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AVP, Data, Insights & Learning

United Way Of Summit & Medina

Job Location:

Akron, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Associate Vice President Data Insights & Learning

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Associate Vice President Data Insights & Learning provides enterprise-wide leadership to strengthen how data learning and evidence are used to to drive campaign revenue community impact effective partnership transparency and accountability. Serving as a trusted partner to development marketing and communications engagement program finance and operations teams this role ensures data is consistently gathered analyzed shared and applied to advance United Ways revenue strengthen corporate and philanthropic development the efficacy of internal programs external partnerships and community priorities.

This role balances strategic leadership with hands-on executionimproving system use streamlining reporting and embedding data-informed and learning-oriented practices into everyday decision-making. Responsible use of analytics and cost-effective AI tools supports efficiency and insight while reinforcing stewardship ethics and trust.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Systems Data & Organizational Learning Enablement

Provide cross-functional leadership to optimize adoption and effective use of data systems across the organization
Establish and govern shared data standards definitions and operating processes to ensure consistency clarity and comparability
Strengthen data quality reporting cadence and integrity and role-based access so staff and leadership can quickly find and trust information
Reduce duplicative work and manual effort by improving system design automation information sharing updates and workflow alignment across teams
Design and deliver dashboards and reporting tools that enable learning performance management and accountability at all levels

Data Processes for Communications Marketing & Storytelling

Design and maintain end-to-end data processes that connect program fundraising and operations data to communications and marketing needs
Ensure teams align on shared metrics governance and agreed-upon definitions to support accurate reporting and storytelling
Provide data finding to and collaborate communications and marketing teams to translate data into audience insights performance measures and compelling impact stories
Enable timely data-informed messaging and outreach decisions through improving access to insights and reporting cadence

Analytics Insights & Responsible AI Use

Integrate and analyze data from multiple sources to deliver actionable insights including clear recommendations and executive-ready summaries
Apply analytics and AI tools responsibly to accelerate insight generation and improve decision making
Identify and prioritize low-cost high-impact opportunities for AI automation and process improvement and implement training opportunities to designated staff
Ensure privacy ethics transparency and appropriate human oversight in all analytics and AI-enabled work

Strategy Learning & Community Impact

Define operationalize and monitor KPIs aligned with United Way goals ensuring clear ownership and reporting routines
Advance a culture of learning and continuous improvement by facilitating reflection feedback loops and shared best practices

Leadership Communication & Change Management

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and data analyst staff on data governance learning priorities and performance measurement
Communicate insights to staff leadership boards partners and funders through executive-ready summaries visuals and actionable recommendations
Build organizational capacity through training coaching and shared learning resources that strengthen data literacy and tool adoption
Promote transparency and accountability by establishing clear reporting expectations documentation and feedback mechanisms

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

Community Engagement: Attends occasional evening and weekend events as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Typical Experience: 5-8 years of professional experience in data analytics business management non-profits or related field. Bachelors degree in business Computer Science Information Technology or any related field.
Track record of solving sophisticated data analytics problems at scale with outstanding business and technology results
Strong performance improvement systems change and leadership skills to include coaching goal setting and holding team members across multiple levels accountable for commitments.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a fast paced demanding and fluid environment remain calm under pressure and handle opportunities across various areas and levels of the organization.
Highly developed analytical skills with verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work up and down the organization able to influence others to achieve results.
Good understanding of data technology capabilities processes and standard methodologies staying aligned to industry trends.
Experience implementing large systems and/or programs across an organization.
Experience with Executive Board or Funder reporting and communications
Competence in MS Office products CRMs and use of analytics and AI tools
Respect for differences whether racial ethnic sexual orientation gender or class.
Commitment to excellence and passion for the mission of United Way of Summit & Medina.

COMPETENCIES & SOFT SKILLS:

Setting and sharing a compelling vision
People management
Problem solving
Decision making
Strategic thinking
Change management
Initiative
Problem solving
Industry expertise
Team player
Creative thinker

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass pre-employment testing including background check drug and alcohol screen.
Valid driver license and proof of insurance. Access to reliable insured automobile to be used for work-related travel in Summit & Medina County area.

BENEFITS:

Remote time bank of 65 days.
20 days of PTO Holidays.
Extensive benefit package.
Recovery Friendly Workplace.

UWSM is committed to building and sustaining a workplace that represents our community in all its richness and variety. Join us to make a difference!

To apply: Submit an updated resume by Friday August 7 2026 on our career page at you require alternative methods of application or screening please reach out to United Way of Summit & Medina direct by emailing or calling our main line: .

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