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Requirements
Georgetown University’s Office of Advancement is committed to cultivating a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment that honors the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our broader colleagues and broader Georgetown community. Consistent with our Jesuit values, we aim to foster a culture that accepts and cares for each individual, and we believe this is central to achieving our goals in support of Georgetown’s mission.
The Analyst is a critical member of the Class Programs & Reunion Campaigns (“CPRC”) team who develops and creates in-depth analysis and reporting to track, assess and guide fundraising strategy. The analyst also supports the development of policies and procedures to ensure CPRC’s reporting and analytics needs are fully met and effectively prioritized. They will develop and improve systems, processes, reports and analytical tools that will help the CPRC team effectively measure performance, make data-driven business decisions and accurately forecast future trends. In addition to macro-level data analysis, the analyst will provide tools for the assessment of team-wide and individual performance, guidance into resource allocation and investment, and implementation of team trainings and professional development. Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Mine and analyze data from various data sources to drive improvement in communications, business strategies and donation techniques.
Collect, clean, and analyze large data sets from various sources using statistical tools and data visualization techniques to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform strategic fundraising and engagement decisions.
Maintain knowledge of Tableau with the ability to build and maintain interactive Tableau dashboards which empower analysis for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to discuss predictive models, helping adjust solicitation and communication techniques with the goal of increasing donor counts.
Quantify and qualify CPRC results and assess them within the context of overall Advancement goals and performance measures.
Integrate data insights into weekly reporting to highlight the performance of the CPRC team to senior leadership allowing the development of specific goals and projections for team performance.
Apply statistical methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize data to provide information to OA Executive team and CPRC leadership.
Assess the effectiveness and accuracy of data gathering techniques, with the ability to integrate, prepare, and uncover new technologies where appropriate.
Manage and structure data collection to develop and curate reports from the data warehouse, resulting in disseminated for team requests to provide insight into performance
Conduct donation data extrapolation through cleaning and scrutinizing vast donor dollar reports, identifying the location of the dollar change to inform the greater team.
Develop, analyze, and track team budget by reviewing financial data reports, preparing spending estimates, tracking expenditures, and detecting potential anomalies leading to data-informed recommendations and allocation.
Effectively manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects that require communication from multiple data sources while managing team needs and data precision.
Assist in employee hiring, orientation, training, and professional development.
Create and manage project timelines and work streams, ensuring data accuracy and timely delivery
Work Interactions
This position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Class Programs & Reunion Campaigns. The successful candidate will report to and serve as a key advisor and strategic thought partner to the Assistant Vice President of CPRC on data metrics, goal setting, performance review and strategic planning, as well as work closely with all members of the team and key colleagues in the Office of Advancement. The successful candidate will report to and serve as a key advisor and strategic thought partner to the Assistant Vice President of CPRC on data metrics, goal setting, performance review and strategic planning, as well as work closely with all members of the team and key colleagues in the Office of Advancement.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Statistics or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
3-4 years of professional experience performing complex analysis in a development/fundraising or similar environment
Strong problem-solving, verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interpret and present data findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience working with large and complex database/CRM systems
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft applications (particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access) and data visualization programs, such as Tableau
Applicants should possess a strong ability and interest in conducting analysis, exemplary communication and time management skills, attention to detail, and an interest in higher education and/or nonprofit philanthropy
Desired Skills and Attributes
Intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated track record of academic rigor
Proficiency working with complex metrics and analysis and the ability to interpret and present complex data and statistics to various audiences in a manner that makes the findings clear, accessible and actionable
Proven analytical skills emphasizing the ability to gather, clean, evaluate and synthesize data
Experience and comfort with developing and performing complex metrics and analysis
Ability to think creatively and innovatively
Excellent problem solving skills
Desire to contribute to and participate in the mission of the Office of Advancement
Motivated, self-starter with a desire to work in a team environment
Professional and collegial demeanor and ability to exercise diplomacy
Ability to perform multiple tasks at once with minimal supervision with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Superior organizational skills and time management
Experience working with customers and/or volunteers
Ability to handle confidential matters on a regular basis
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$44,022.00 - $73,406.80Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.