Data Solutions Manager

Data Solutions Manager

Full-time, FLSA exempt

Remote with 15% travel

Creative Fundraising Advisors (CFA) is building capacity as we bring the best and brightest people and ideas to work with our mission-driven, nonprofit clients. We are looking for a dynamic professional with a growth mindset and expertise in data management and visualization specifically related to fundraising. This role will report to CFA’s Senior Manager of Data Solutions and will work cross-functionally with CFA staff and project stakeholders.

The Data Solutions Manager is a role that is designed to further CFA’s commitment to providing comprehensive and creative solutions to our nonprofit clients. Successful candidates will bring a depth of analytical and project management experience and passion for the power of data to shape strategy and communicate compelling stories that serve the unique needs of our clients.

• Support all data analysis and survey components of CFA projects including Development Assessments, Feasibility Studies, Campaign Planning, and Campaign Counsel
• Collaborate with CFA Senior Manager of Data Solutions and CFA Consultants on assessing the specific data needs of each client
• Support data analysis (Yield Estimates, Annual Giving Analysis etc.) as part of CFA projects, including but not limited to:
  • Work with clients to collect and combine all data in preparation for analysis
  • Conduct screenings through Donor Search and Melissa Data
  • Create and edit data analysis report slides, including executive summaries, methodologies, charts, and tables to inform fundraising strategy recommendations
• Support stakeholder surveys as part of CFA projects, including but not limited to:
  • Create draft survey questions in Survey Monkey
  • Compile standard survey results (demographics, etc.)
  • Create and edit survey report slides
• Work in conjunction with CFA Project Managers to set and meet deadlines regarding data requests and delivery
• Manage CFA’s quarterly Client Feedback Survey and compile results; this could include developing recipient list, managing distribution, monitoring results, and reporting on analysis
• Participate in weekly meetings with the CFA team, client teams, and other meetings

• 4-6 years of experience with data management and/or data visualization for nonprofit organizations and/or fundraising initiatives
• Flexibility working with a wide range of data sets from simple to complex
• Advanced user of Excel, knowledge of Power Query preferred
• Knowledge of data integration, and visualization platforms such as Power
  
  BI, Tableau, or similar preferred
• Highly proficient user of Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and PDF applications
• Solutions-oriented experience in data analysis with strong creative thinking and storytelling skills and the ability to pull out key insights and communicate the “so what” behind the data
• Familiarity with emerging fundraising and philanthropy trends and best practices
• Accepts and applies feedback from colleagues, manager, and client stakeholders in a professional manner to meet project objectives
• Comfortable working independently
• High sense of urgency, responsiveness, and exceptional attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively and collaborate with a team in a remote-first environment

The salary band for a Manager at CFA is $60,000-$80,000, benchmarked to the Minneapolis-St. Paul market, and depending on experience and qualifications. There is room to grow over time based on a strong ability to regularly exceed expectations and demonstrate skills growth or take on additional responsibility. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Participation in personal and company performance bonus plan
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans covered 90-100% by the company
• Generous paid time off plan with 13 holidays including your birthday and two weeks of accrued vacation in your first year
• Company support for Giving Back including one paid day of volunteering service and a charitable giving match of up to $1,000 per year
• Fully remote working schedule
• 401(k)…