Data Analyst I - 3597

About the role

The Advancement Data & Reporting Analyst serves as a key member of the Advancement Services team and is responsible for supporting fundraising, alumni engagement, stewardship, and campaign operations through data management, reporting, dashboard development, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Supports fundraising, alumni engagement, stewardship, and campaign operations through data management, reporting, dashboard development, and analysis.
• Helps ensure the accuracy, integrity, and effective use of constituent, donor, alumni, and fundraising data maintained within the university's advancement systems.
• Serves as a primary resource for routine data requests, report development, constituent segmentation, dashboard creation, and data quality initiatives.
• Assists Advancement leadership and frontline fundraising staff by providing timely, accurate, and actionable information that supports strategic decision-making, donor engagement, and fundraising performance.
• Collaborates closely with Development, Alumni Engagement, Donor Relations, Annual Giving, and other Advancement partners to support a culture of data-informed decision-making, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Contributes to division-wide initiatives and assists with Advancement events and special projects as operational needs require.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience in data management, reporting, database administration, advancement services, business operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience working with databases, data management systems, reporting tools, spreadsheets, or related technologies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, pivot tables, and data validation functions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Experience with data management, reporting, and database administration.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and related tools.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Data management and reporting.
• Database administration and analysis.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Hiring Range: Commensurate Upon Education and Experience

Schedule

Primary Purpose Of Organization Unit: The Advancement Division fosters meaningful relationships with alumni, friends, parents, students, community leaders, businesses, corporations, and foundations to generate philanthropic support for the university and its strategic priorities. Through thoughtful engagement, stewardship, and responsible fiscal management, the division ensures lasting partnerships that advance the university's mission.

Management Preference

NA

Licenses or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation

N/A