The Advancement Database Manager is responsible for data integrity, improvement, analysis, donor research, staff training as it pertains to Raiser’s Edge and NXT, database and website integration, building queries for the Advancement Office as requested, and assisting the President’s Office and the Advancement Office team in their work to connect with constituents and maximize fundraising outreach efforts. Knowledge of and experience with the database platform of Raiser’s Edge/NXT is required. The ideal candidate possesses a commitment to and understanding of Catholic education, good communication skills, and strong organizational skills. An ability to engage personably is important. The individual is expected to be enthusiastic about the school, its promotion, and all-girls Catholic education. Reports to: Directly to the Vice President of Advancement, but works daily to support the President and members of the entire Advancement Office. Status:Part-time, non-exempt position three (3) days per week
Responsibilities
Maintain the overall integrity and quality of the Raiser’s Edge database, including routine data improvement, data auditing, systems checks, and database functions.
Maintain highly accurate and current donor data that effectively tracks key information, cultivation activities and histories, and solicitation and reporting calendars.
Maintain regular contact with Vice President, Directors, and President as assigned.
Manage records and donor relations for monthly/automatic/consecutive gifts and other pledge programs.
Import and export data from various sources, including manual entry.
Assist with gift processing, batch entry, donation coding, gift documentation, approve matching and employee contribution gifts.
Generate timely acknowledgement letters to donors (within 48 hours of receipt of gift) and follow established protocol on gift acknowledgements.
Identify, mine, and analyze prospects for fundraising and outreach initiatives.
Review daily, weekly, monthly reports for accurate reconciliation with Finance Office; support the Finance Office with the annual audit.
Provide staff training, support, and feedback on data entry and reporting on Raiser’s Edge/NXT.
Review and edit the integration of both electronic and printed acknowledgements to donors.
Develop and maintain queries/exports for direct appeals, email campaigns, publications, events, annual appeal, etc.
Collaborate with Advancement and Marketing to track and report on fundraising progress and donor trends.
Work with the Vice President of Advancement on the annual fund report.
Establish/revise and codify database best practices.
Other duties related to the garnering and integration of data as assigned.
Position Requirements
Experience working with Raiser’s Edge.
Minimum 2 years of experience in nonprofit advancement/development.
Strong grasp of role in technology in this position with capacity to identify opportunities for improved data quality, reduced data entry, and increased cross-departmental collaboration.
Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality policies.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an office setting.
Ability to proactively organize and prioritize work, resolve problems, and simultaneously manage multiple priorities to ensure goals are met.
Working Conditions
Office space provided and equipment needed to perform job.
Laptop is provided.
Excellent work/life balance.
Paid holidays.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
According to both State and Diocesan requirements, all employees must file Criminal Record, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances with the school. In addition, new employees must complete the
Mandated Reporting training and a Protecting God’s Children session. In accordance with Diocesan policy, payroll will not authorize a paycheck until these clearances are on file with the school. Please email a letter of interest and resume to [email protected].