Data Integrity Specialist – Development

Main Duties

• Lead the import, validation, reconciliation, and quality control of gift data to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant entry into donor systems.
• Expand and lead the constituent deduplication process by analyzing duplicate record patterns, refining merge criteria, coordinating remediation workflows, and implementing scalable solutions that improve long-term data integrity.
• Develop and implement data entry standards, procedures, and guidelines to ensure clean and consistent data.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements related to data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Create technical processes and automated workflows to verify accuracy of constituent records using programming/software languages.
• Develop and implement routine audits to identify and correct inconsistencies, duplications, or errors in biographical and/or gift data.
• Lead the planning, managing, and implementation of special data hygiene projects.
• Manage and update the donor database to ensure smooth and efficient storage and retrieval of data.
• Collaborate with internal partners to complete systematic tasks, troubleshoot specific issues and identify/implement remedies.
• Ensure donor data is compliant with all relevant data protection regulations.

Required and Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in business, application systems, information science or equivalent or 3 years of equivalent experience.
• Three to five years’ experience with records management or data/gift entry.
• Demonstrated experience with creating and implementing data quality improvement processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in information science, business or other related programs.
• 4-6 years of experience working in nonprofit services.
• 1-2 years experience with donor databases.
• Experience utilizing software languages such as R or Python.

Key Skills / Competencies

• A strong understanding of database systems, attention to detail, and commitment to data quality.
• Demonstrated proficiency in identifying data inconsistencies and apply technical solutions to correct them.
• Advanced understanding of development/advancement services and the data behind fundraising.
• Demonstrated proficiency with automated reporting and other technical tools to improve data.
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and best practices for donor security.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet firm deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively to ensure data record quality and accuracy.
• Demonstrated proficiency working with technology and ability to create standardization and validation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.