Development Database Manager

MICDS•St Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Development Database Manager is a key member of the Alumni Relations and Development team, providing data expertise and ensuring the accuracy, integrity and security of financial and biographical information in the School’s database. In addition, this role processes gift transactions and develops queries and reports that support the full scope of the department’s work, from departmental leadership to Alumni Relations, Annual Giving, Donor Relations and Planned Giving.

Requirements

3-5 years previous experience in nonprofit fundraising is mandatory
Proficiency with fundraising CRM (such as Veracross or Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge)
Strong knowledge of best practices for gift entry across various gifting scenarios
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, required
Very high level of accuracy and thoroughness with regard to data entry
Well-organized and self-directed, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a high level of productivity and accuracy while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
The ability to work effectively in a team including problem resolution, willingness to find new solutions, and sharing ideas in a constructive manner
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
College degree or equivalent educational experience

Nice To Haves

experience with iWave and LexisNexis preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage gift entry process and perform regular and ongoing financial reconciliation with the Business Office
Work collaboratively with team members to maximize efficient use of the database to support data analysis, donor stewardship, event invitations, solicitations, and other targeted outreach efforts
Document and implement departmental best practices around data entry, security, and privacy, and ensure compliance for all procedures
Maintain database integrity through regular data audits
Develop monthly comparative and projection reports to track fundraising progress for Annual Giving, including reunion class gifts and major gifts
Perform prospect research to assist major gift fundraising efforts
Assist team members as needed with event planning and execution
Manage data needs for annual donor recognition
Train current and new users in database usage and provide technical support
Provide support for the Marketing & Communications team in generating mail lists and maintaining NCOA address updates
Serve as a liaison to the School’s IT Department as related to Veracross
Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the School’s discretion

Benefits

generous 403(b) retirement plan where the School contributes 8% of salary with an employee’s 3% contribution
medical, dental and vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
long term care insurance
life insurance
short-term and long-term disability insurances
tuition benefit
paid leaves
access to a fitness center
free lunch