Data-Driven Fundraising & Donor Analytics Specialist

St. Joseph the Worker; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Worker is seeking a detail-oriented Fundraising Database Specialist to serve as the primary steward of our donor database and fundraising data systems. This role ensures accuracy, integrity, and strategic use of donor information to support fundraising success and organizational growth.

The ideal candidate is organized, systems-minded, and passionate about using data to tell stories, improve decision-making, and advance our mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Analytics, Finance, Nonprofit Management, Communications, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience working with data and advanced Excel functions.
• Experience managing and maintaining donor databases (Bloomerang experience preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, update, and manage donor and prospective constituent records in Bloomerang.
• Process and record gifts accurately across all campaigns, appeals, and funds.
• Ensure consistency and integrity of donor data through ongoing database maintenance.
• Monitor and resolve duplicate records, coding issues, and data discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain fundraising dashboards to track revenue performance, donor retention, and upgrades.
• Generate recurring reports and year-over-year fundraising analyses.
• Segment donor data to support targeted fundraising and marketing initiatives.
• Translate complex data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision‑making.
• Reconcile donation records between Bloomerang and QuickBooks on a regular basis.
• Ensure gift processing is timely, accurate, and properly documented.
• Manage donor acknowledgment processes and ensure timely thank-you communications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Donor stewardship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Bloomerang

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

The Worker is seeking a detail-oriented Fundraising Database Specialist to serve as the primary steward of our donor database and fundraising data systems. This role ensures accuracy, integrity, and strategic use of donor information to support fundraising success and organizational growth.

The ideal candidate is organized, systems-minded, and passionate about using data to tell stories, improve decision-making, and advance our mission.