Development Operations Analyst

Arbor Day Foundation•Lincoln, NE

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Arbor Day Foundation is seeking a Development Operations Analyst to support its Major Gifts program. This role will focus on data stewardship, analysis, and operational excellence to enhance prospect research, CRM administration, portfolio reporting, and fundraising opportunities. The analyst will ensure accurate data to inform donor strategy and strengthen portfolio management. Working with development leadership and cross-functional partners, the position aims to improve data quality, reporting, and operational workflows to drive decision-making, deepen donor engagement, and increase philanthropic impact. This role is based in Lincoln, Nebraska, with a hybrid work model (in-office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; remote on Wednesday and Friday). The Development Operations Analyst reports to the Director of Development.

Requirements

Passion for the Foundation's mission, nature, environmental stewardship, and people.
3+ years of experience in fundraising operations or comparable experience in sales or marketing.
Experience supporting fundraising operations, prospect research, and donor data management or CRM administration.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Proficiency using CRM systems and reporting tools to support fundraising strategy and relationship management.
Experience conducting donor and prospect research and preparing clear, concise briefing materials for stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Produce timely and accurate portfolio and performance reports to support donor strategy, solicitations planning, forecasting, and portfolio review.
Advance portfolio management and fundraising strategy through reporting, pipeline insights, and operational improvements that drive engagement and revenue growth.
Serve as the primary CRM power user for the Major Gifts program, maintaining accurate and timely donor and portfolio records, supporting reporting accuracy, and promoting consistent user best practices.
Enable efficient fundraising execution through gift processing coordination, data integrity, reconciliation activities, and campaign and donor list management.
Analyze and support improvements to Major Gifts operational processes and workflows to reduce manual work, improve data reliability, and support efficient fundraising execution.
Provide strategic program support through research, portfolio insights, donor briefing materials, and participation in prospect strategy and planning discussions.