Development Information Systems Strategist - Rhinebeck Campus

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  Proactively supervise data systems, anticipate data needs, and provide data analysis and reporting within the department. This includes utilizing or training others on software or systems in order to fulfill research, outreach, stewardship, cultivation and solicitation efforts, including progress and benchmark evaluation.
• Monitor and facilitate as necessary the intersection of Development’s work with other internal data systems, including Microsoft Navision, Drupal, Act-On, Give Lively, Stripe, and others.
• Support donor cultivation, donor relations, solicitation, and stewardship efforts as needed by the Development Director, President & CEO, and Omega Board of Directors including, but not limited to, prospect identification, research, initial outreach strategies, donor stewardship and expressions of gratitude, analytic reports, and dashboards.
• Identify and create reports required for tracking special projects, including the Stewardship Council, Membership, donor fundraising and stewardship programs for the Omega Women’s Leadership Center, the Omega Center for Sustainable Living, board reports, new and emerging programs and initiatives, special fundraising appeals, and other analytical fundraising reports as needed.
• Represent the Development and Membership Department needs and priorities, particularly but not exclusively at meetings with the CFO and IT Department.
• Create, fulfill, and manage ongoing prospect research efforts, including regular wealth screens and individual prospect research profiles.
• This position is involved in planning short- and long-term business objectives including contributing to the strategy creation of long-range capacity building and fundraising campaign planning.
• Ensure accuracy of data in Development CRM using independent decision making and by developing quality control reports and procedures and by conducting periodic address and phone screens, and other data hygiene procedures with external vendors
• This role is responsible for processing and tracking donations received by Omega, financial and in-kind, for all fundraising campaigns as well as gift entry and mapping to internal data and accounting systems, and reports and budget reconciliation within proprietary Development CRM.
• Create data strategy and structure and supervise print and online planning needs and templates for all external donor communication.
• Other job responsibilities as deemed necessary by supervisor.

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  This position functions in Omega’s administrative offices on the Omega campus.
• Physical Demands -
  • Frequently move items that weigh 20 pounds for various needs
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • Must be able to position self to perform diverse job tasks as necessary

  • The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

• This is a full-time position.
• The typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This schedule may vary when special needs and projects arise.

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  5 years experience managing database systems required; expertise in Blackbaud and Microsoft Dynamics products preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proven track record of managing fundraising information systems
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Highly analytical and organized, with impeccable attention to detail
• Excellent project management and problem solving skills; the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects under varying deadlines with a commitment to accuracy
• Agility with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to articulate Omega’s vision and program content to a variety of constituencies
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information, exercises sound judgment and discretion
• In alignment with Omega’s visions, goals and core values

Other Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Omega complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable New York State or local laws. Consistent with those requirements, Omega will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, Inc. (“Omega”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, New York State, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. As a community of learners, we are committed to putting our organizational aspirations into practice, as outlined in our Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion (JEDI) Statement.

Omega strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of actual or perceived race; color; creed; age; religion; national origin; citizenship status; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions); gender (including gender identity); sexual orientation; disability; marital status; partnership status; familial status; status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses; genetic predisposition; veteran’s status; military status; or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. All Omega employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TO APPLY:
After carefully reviewing the requirements above, qualified individuals are invited to apply. A resume and well-crafted cover letter should be attached that serves as an introduction and includes following:
1. Why are you applying for this role?
2. What can you offer Omega?
3. What do you imagine this role will offer you professionally and personally?
4. How do you know Omega’s work? Have you experienced us on campus or in some other way?
5. In what way has your professional life reflected Omega's mission statement?