Data Analyst - Philanthropy

Overview

Drive Insights That Power Philanthropy

The Center for Philanthropy is seeking a strategic, analytical, and technology-minded Philanthropy Analyst to help transform data into actionable insights that strengthen fundraising performance, donor engagement, and organizational decision-making.

In this highly collaborative role, you will serve as a key resource for reporting, analytics, CRM administration, process improvement, and technology optimization. You will partner across Philanthropy to develop meaningful reporting, improve data quality, support fundraising strategy, and ensure our systems and processes enable exceptional donor experiences.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, identifying trends, building efficient processes, and leveraging technology to improve organizational performance.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Drive Analytics & Performance Reporting

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytics that provide visibility into fundraising performance, donor engagement, portfolio activity, and campaign outcomes
• Analyze giving trends, donor behavior, campaign effectiveness, and fundraising results to identify opportunities and inform strategy
• Support forecasting, goal setting, KPI development, and performance measurement
• Create reports for leadership, board presentations, benchmark reporting, and strategic planning initiatives
• Support AHP benchmarking and philanthropy performance analysis

Lead CRM & Data Management Excellence

• Serve as a subject matter expert for the Center for Philanthropy's donor database and related technologies
• Develop and maintain database standards, workflows, and best practices
• Monitor and improve data quality, consistency, and integrity across systems
• Support data governance initiatives and operational consistency across regions and programs

Optimize Technology

• Identify opportunities for automation and technology solutions that simplify workflows and improve user experience
• Lead technical projects including planning, testing, implementation, training, and rollout
• Maintain awareness of evolving technology solutions and recommend enhancements as appropriate
• Partner with vendors, consultants, and technology providers to maximize system capabilities and data flow

What You Bring

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations
• Experience working with CRM systems and data management best practices
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Commitment to accuracy, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with PowerBI
• Experience with donor databases, reporting platforms, and analytics tools (Raiser's Edge preferred)

Why This Role Matters

Every fundraising strategy, donor relationship, campaign, and stewardship effort depends on reliable data and meaningful insights. In this role, you will help ensure the Center for Philanthropy has the information, tools, and processes needed to make informed decisions, strengthen donor engagement, and maximize philanthropic impact.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a mission-driven team making tangible community impact
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment
• Play a critical role in helping philanthropy fuel innovation and patient care

Qualifications

Certifications: , Education: Experience In Lieu of Education; Bachelor's Degree, Work Experience:

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Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $27.78per hour - $46.39per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.