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Georgetown University · 1 day ago

Associate Director, Data & Analytics Group

Georgetown University is a prestigious institution located in the nation’s capital, dedicated to academic rigor and social justice. The Associate Director of the Data & Analytics Group will oversee various projects related to fundraising analytics and collaborate with multiple teams to enhance the effectiveness of data-driven strategies for major gifts.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with other DAG/Advancement Data Strategy & Services team members on projects as well as one-off projects with the Development team
Provide accurate, timely, and comprehensive analyses and information to Advancement leadership to help understand performance and bottom-line impact to the office fundraising results
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of fundraising fundamentals, strategies, and trends in philanthropy and data analysis in order to be an effective partner to the Prospect Development and major gifts (Development) teams
As a part of ongoing work for Advancement’s knowledge base, assist in the documentation of new and existing system features/functionality for continuity
Use their strong background in applying analytical and statistical references to real-world business problems

Qualification

Data analysisSQLPythonData visualizationSalesforceStatistical conceptsFundraising knowledgeProject managementCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in statistics/mathematics/analytics or equivalent field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
4-6 years of development, fundraising, prospect research or other equivalent experience leveraging applied data analysis
A self-starter, ready to make an impact in a mission-driven environment and excited by data and the challenge of helping a large organization become more data driven
Highly-organized, independent, and motivated by achieving milestones with strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Great communication and ability to adapt to meet the needs and expectations of managing relationships with executives, frontline staff, and everyone in-between
Ability to identify and work with known and novel data features relevant to prospect identification, pipeline management, forecasting, etc., in the context of specific fundraising opportunities and initiatives
Proven analytical skills emphasizing the ability to gather, clean, evaluate and synthesize diverse data, and leverage automation in doing so
Mastery of fundamental skills needed to perform data science work in an Advancement organization (i.e. knowledge of database structures, SQL coding, python, etc.)
Advanced proficiency in statistical concepts, data visualization and/or analysis tools and languages (e.g. SQL, R, Python, Tableau)
Strong information presentation skills, both in writing and in visuals (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Tableau, Illustrator, etc.)
Experienced and comfortable presenting and facilitating conversations with senior or executive-level colleagues

Preferred

Strongly prefer a candidate with a background in higher education fundraising/development
Practical experience working with the Salesforce platform and/or exposure to point-and-click or SOQL/APEX Salesforce development
Master's degree or certificate in data analytics, statistics, or a related field
Experience and/or knowledge of specialized data sources relevant to fundraising such as WealthEngine, Wealth-X, iWave

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability and life insurance
Retirement savings
Tuition assistance
Work-life balance benefits
Employee discounts
An array of voluntary insurance options

Company

Georgetown University

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Georgetown University is an academic and research institution.

H1B Sponsorship

Georgetown University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (120)
2024 (89)
2023 (90)
2022 (77)
2021 (38)
2020 (52)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$13.74M
Key Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationHyundai Hope On WheelsAndrew W. Mellon Foundation
2023-11-09Grant· $0.75M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M
2019-12-18Grant· $1M

Leadership Team

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Randall Bass
Vice President, Strategic Education Initiatives
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Bryan Alexander
Senior Scholar
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