Data Programmer (Fundraising Agency)

Blakely Fundraising; Canada; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Blakely Fundraising is seeking a Data Programmer to join their Data Execution team. The role involves preparing and quality-checking data for marketing campaigns, requiring strong database programming skills and a collaborative spirit. This position offers a competitive salary and a flexible work-from-home environment, with occasional team gatherings in Aurora, ON.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision care

3 weeks’ vacation plus additional 9.5 Blakely days off

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in database programming (T-SQL preferred).
• Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience in a computer science or related field.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and implement SQL code based on client-specific rules.
• Perform data hygiene and duplicate elimination on assigned projects.
• Ensure final data product meets required standards.

Skills

Database programming

Data hygiene

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s in computer science

Diploma in computer programming

Tools

T-SQL

SSIS

Python

C#

Job description

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At Blakely, our Data Programmers prepare, and QCs lists of names & addresses for use in mailings, emails & digital advertising campaigns.An individual in this role will be a self-starter, able to read and comprehend sometimes complex data instructions then quickly and efficiently translate those into quality code.Working in a team environment, Data Programmers collaborate with our customer service and print & digital implementation teams to ensure effective project delivery for our clients.

MUST HAVES

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in database programming (T-SQL preferred)
• Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience in a computer science or related field
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Either: Bachelor’s in computer science or related, or
• Diploma in computer programming or related, or
• Equivalent experience in a related field

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Prior experience in non-profit marketing / fundraising OR in a print or digital production environment is preferred
• Experience with SSIS, Python or C# development is recommended

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, test and implement SQL code based on client-specific rules and requirements to prepare marketing files derived from client provided data
• Utilize provided software to perform data hygiene and duplicate elimination on assigned projects
• Interfacing with Digital & Print team members to ensure that the final data product meets required standards
• Writing detailed data instructions for and reviewing outcome from outside data vendors
• Perform quality control checks on each project to ensure accuracy
• Prepares final reporting of list quantities and records in a timely manner
• May include software development or data analysis opportunities

WHO IS BLAKELY?

We are a diverse and smart team who value transparency, collaboration, hard work, and curiosity. We value people above all else and we demonstrate that in our team, in our work, and within the amazing relationships we nurture every day with our clients.

As a workplace which strives to create a culture based on inclusivity and teamwork, we believe that our culture is our biggest competitive advantage. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, colour, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, or disability, visible or invisible.

We need YOU – a smart and savvy Data Programmer who wants to make a difference in the world – to join our Data Execution team.

Salary Range: The starting salary range for this position is $50,000 – $70,000 commensurate with experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision care, 3 weeks’ vacation plus an additional 9.5 Blakely days off (half day Fridays before each long weekend and the office is closed for one week at the end of December each year).

Location: This is a location-flexible work from home position, within Canada. Maintaining a good working relationship is key to success, so we gather our entire team together 3 – 4 times a year in Aurora, ON . There will be department meetings or 1 on 1 meetings with your manager in person required throughout the year. For those that live 150KMs or more away from Aurora, ON we cover all travel expenses in line with Blakely’s travel policy. In addition, if you are in a client facing role, there will be in person client meetings required, dependent on the client and Blakely needs, with reimbursement for travel based on Blakely’s travel policy.

HOW TO APPLY

If this description sounds like you, please send your resume to us at [e-mail] no later than 11:59 p.m. on May 30 th , 2025 .

We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates of interest will be contacted.

Begin your journey with us in 2025, and let’s inspire people to do more.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

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• Industries

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