Morningside University is accepting applications for the full-time position of Advancement Services Manager. This position is responsible for managing the Office of Institutional Advancement database that focuses on gift processing, data entry, and donor/financial/statistical reporting. The manager will generate reports, analyze data, and assist staff with gift processing, data entry and record-keeping tasks and serve on the IT Taskforce as the Advancement Module Manager for the implementation of a new ERP system (Jenzabar).
Responsibilities:
Support overall management of the database including updating constituent information, creating new records and data cleanup.
Record and acknowledge all gifts daily including cash, pledges, stock transfers, wires, matching gifts, and in-kind donations.
Provide ongoing support to the advancement team for standard and custom reports on a timely basis. This includes but is not limited to reports for the annual fund, campaign, and endowment on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and/or yearly basis.
Provide required reports to the Business Office for all gifts and pledges and assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations.
Provide support to the telethon, direct mail, day of giving campaigns by preparing lists and tracking results.
Serve on the IT Taskforce as the IA Module Manager for the implementation of the new ERP system.
Advise on proper procedures ensuring accurate recording of gifts.
Ensure compliance with fundraising policies, goals, and procedures.
Ensure all gift officers have efficient, effective tracking systems to support their cultivation and solicitations.
Generate lists and reports upon request from faculty/staff.
Monitor the integrity of the database and determine how to translate data into usable, actionable information for the formation and execution of fundraising strategies and measures of success.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in database management or an equivalent combination of education and expertise.
Above average knowledge of database systems and sufficient level of expertise with its language.
Basic knowledge of fundraising information sources.
Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of work.
Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, and Excel software
Familiarity of Jenzabar database preferred.
Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Successful completion of a background check verification is required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Director of Human Resources at welp@morningside.edu.
Please send a letter of application, resume and three professional references to: employment@morningside.edu