Manager of Research and Data Management

Scouting America National Capital Area Council

Organized in 1911, Scouting America National Capital Area Council (NCAC) delivers the promise of Scouting to youth in the Washington, DC metro area, including 16 counties in Maryland and Virginia and the District of Columbia, as well as US Virgin Islands and US citizens abroad in North, Central, and South America. NCAC’s programs train the next generation of leaders; give back to the community through service; and teach young people to “Be Prepared” for life, adventure, and education.

Position Overview:

The Manager of Research and Data Management at the National Capital Area Council is an important and valued member of NCAC’s development team. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this position focuses on maintaining accurate information within NCAC’s donor database; conducting data analysis; identifying, researching, and analyzing potential donors (prospects); and creating and monitoring giving officer portfolios. The Manager provides strategic insights to the development team to effectively cultivate and solicit donations, ultimately maximizing fundraising efforts across the organization

Major Responsibilities:

• Data Management: Maintain and update the donor database with accurate prospect information, including contact details, giving history, interests, and relevant relationship details. Put in place best practices and policies regarding data entry and export standardization. Build a library of regularly utilized queries for reporting. Interface with NCAC’s Finance and Registration teams to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and compliance.
• Prospect Research: Conduct thorough research on potential donors using various sources like wealth screening tools, research subscriptions, and public records to assess their philanthropic capacity and giving propensity.
• Prospect Scoring and Prioritization: Develop and apply scoring models to rank prospects based on their potential giving capacity and engagement level, prioritizing cultivation and solicitation efforts.
• Portfolio Management: Assign prospects to appropriate development officers based on their expertise and relationship potential, ensuring balanced portfolio management. Assist in managing and tracking cultivation and solicitation activities conducted by executive, board, and volunteer stakeholders.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Generate insightful reports and dashboards to track fundraising performance, identify trends, and inform strategic decision-making regarding prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• CRM System Expertise: Proficiently utilize NCAC’s donor relationship management (CRM) system, currently Blackbaud, to manage prospect data, track interactions, and generate targeted communication plans.

Qualifications:

The candidate for this position will have:

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data manipulation and interpretation
• Expertise in research methodologies and data collection techniques
• Excellent communication skills to effectively present findings and recommendations to development staff
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and donor motivations
• Proficiency with CRM systems (Blackbaud systems preferred)
• Familiarity with wealth screening tools and data sources
• Ability to work with development team members and other NCAC professional staff to monitor prospect and donor life cycles

Compensation and Benefits

The Manager of Prospect Research and Data Management position is a full-time, exempt position offering an annual salary of $55,000 to $70,000 based on experience. Personal Time Off (PTO), health care and dental coverage, transportation reimbursements, retirement, and other standard benefits are offered by the organization.

This position is primarily located in our Headquarters in Bethesda, MD. Periodic/scheduled remote work is possible.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Bethesda, MD 20814: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bethesda, MD 20814

Salary : $55,000 - $70,000