We are seeking a Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Officer to join Weizmann
Canada’s (About Us) high performing team. The Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Officer will be a key team member responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and optimization of our fundraising systems, and for providing accurate business and donor intelligence that informs the decision-making of leadership and the team, in support of our fundraising efforts.
While we have offices in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, you can be based anywhere in Canada, as long as there is some flexibility in working with colleagues in their respective time zones.
The ideal candidate:
- Is a curious, lifelong learner with the ability to understand and get excited about science that benefits humanity
- Is excited about the world of data analytics and providing intelligence in support of fundraising activities
- Is a self-starter who takes pride in exceptional quality of work, achieving goals, and having a reputation as a strong performer
- Is flexible, proactive and resourceful
- Communicates or seeks out clear expectations
- Provides prompt and positive support to team members
- Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and commitment
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Analyze, interpret, and synthesize complex qualitative and quantitative data into customized reports and presentations for leadership and fundraisers;
- Evaluate and track sector trends, business forecasts, and philanthropic campaigns, sharing with team members via daily media reviews, team check-ins and prospect review meetings;
- Collaborate with the Major Gifts, Annual Program and Event teams to ensure proper database segmentation for fundraising campaigns and initiatives, leveraging prospect data and insights to inform strategy and optimize fundraising;
- Work closely with the Annual and Education Programs on the data analytics and segmentation required to advance our Annual Fund Programs;
- Develop systems and dashboards to track proposal success rates, trends, and financial forecasting;
- Monitor overall system performance and troubleshoot issues;
- Ensure the efficient operation and optimization of our fundraising systems through our CRM (Raiser’s Edge NXT) including data entry, data integrity, dashboards and reporting forecasting;
- Work closely with Research and team members ensuring our CRM processes are fit for purpose and/or developing, enhancing, documenting and providing training where they are not.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, data and information systems, fundraising/development operations, or a related field or an equivalent combination of formal training and experience;
- Minimum 3 years of professional work experience, with a focus on Not-forProfit, fundraising and community programming ;
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders;
- Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge NXT customization, configuration, and data management, including reports;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions;
- Experience with prospect research and management in a fundraising environment and familiarity with Moves Management principles
- Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to data integrity and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
- Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion at all times is essential;
- Must be team player who will roll up your sleeves and do what it takes to ensure success of the organization.
Benefits and renumeration:
This position pays between $70,000 and $90,000 annually depending on experience and education. A robust health and dental benefits package is also available.
To apply for this position please email your cover letter and resume to samlaprade@gmail.com by Friday, January 31 at 5pm. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line.