Advancement Operations Manager

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Database Management & Integrity

• System Proficiency: Own management of Raisers Edge database including data entry cleanup system updates gift processing and advanced use of queries exports reporting and constituent record management. Collaborate with the finance office to reconcile donor records with the general ledger.

• Tracking & Strategy: Ensure accurate tracking of multi-year giving histories pledges and donor engagement to support long-term cultivation and stewardship strategies.

• Policies & Best Practices: Develop implement and maintain database policies and procedures; assess and improve database utilization and reporting systems; establish and share best practices in data and fundraising software management.

Annual Fund Management

• Strategy & Execution: Implement and assess Near North Fund strategy including constituent participation and revenue goals annual appeal calendars management of multi-channel solicitations and fundraising events.

• Campaigns: Participate in the planning execution and analysis of direct mail and online giving campaignsmanaging mailing lists and metrics to grow donor participation and revenue.

Reporting & Analysis

• Data Delivery: Generate standard and custom reports queries dashboards and mailing lists for development efforts.

• Performance Analysis: Assist with regular revenue reporting and campaign performance analysis for internal stakeholders including the Advancement Office Finance Team Board and other Senior Leadership.

Prospect Research & Strategy

• Collaboration: Partner with the Director of Institutional Advancement and Director of Donor and Alumni Relations to identify research and track prospects for annual major and campaign giving.

• Trend Analysis: Manage donor profiles and analyze giving trends to inform solicitation strategies.

Donor Stewardship & Acknowledgement

• Communications: Manage timely and personalized gift acknowledgments donor communications and stewardship strategies.

• Alignment: Coordinate with colleagues to ensure alignment of messaging and recognition programs in addition to maintaining records in support of audits and other school processes.

Event & Program Support

• Onsite Support: Provide onsite support and data management for fundraising events.

• Follow-up: Contribute to planning execution and follow-up efforts such as data entry and customized gift receipt creation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Data & Tools: Deep commitment to accuracy and database integrity. Proficiency in CRM systems required (Blackbaud/Raisers Edge a plus). Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word PowerPoint Excel) is required; proficiency in (or willingness to quickly learn) Canva and Constant Contact.

• Communication & Relationships: Exceptional written verbal and interpersonal communication skills; proven track record of success in event planning donor cultivation and professional relationship management.

• Execution: Detail-oriented organized and outcome-driven problem solver with the ability to manage confidential information multitask meet competing deadlines and work autonomously.

• Collaboration & Flexibility: Creative forward-thinking team player who can manage and motivate diverse groups. Must have the flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays as assigned for event support with an ability to travel if needed.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree required; an advanced degree in a related field is preferred
• 5-7 years of fundraising experience including annual campaigns and database management
• Minimum two years of experience in Raisers Edge preferably in a non-profit fundraising environment
• Ability to manage confidential information multiple priorities and competing deadlines plus maintain attention to detail
• Nonprofit fundraising environment
• Proven track record of success in event planning donor cultivation and professional relationship management
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve
• Must have the ability to multitask meet deadlines and achieve results in a team environment
• Outcome-driven with the ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Ability to manage and motivate diverse groups and individuals
• Proficiency in CRM systems required (Blackbaud a plus)
• Ability to travel if needed as well as attend events on evenings and weekends
• Flexibility with working evenings weekends & holidays as assigned

Additional Information :

Pay Information: The salary range for this position is $65000 - $80000 annually based on skills and experience

To Apply:

Visit our website and apply online: the following application materials listed below to

• Resume
• Cover letter

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time