Herc-Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

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DATA ANALYST I , Alumni Association-Annual Giving Team , to be responsible for ongoing data analysis of the team's donor and non-donor populations. Will leverage existing data to make recommendations for actionable opportunities and solutions to engage MIT alumni through giving and volunteering; and leverage existing analytical tools and reports to assist staff who are identifying volunteers, establishing annual strategy, tracking results, and setting goals for volunteer fundraising campaigns.

Job Requirements
REQUIRED : bachelor's degree; one year of relevant work experience analyzing and modeling datasets and creating reports and dashboards; familiarity with data visualization and communication tools; Microsoft Office fluency, particularly Excel (using embedded macros); proven ability to learn new software and navigate complex databases; ability to take abstract questions and drill down through complex data and make a strong data-driven case when presenting findings and recommendations, while remaining receptive to feedback; ability to synthesize, evaluate, and convey information in a clear and cohesive manner; meticulous attention to detail and accuracy; excellent administrative, analytical, problem-solving, data interpretation, time-management, organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills; discretion with highly confidential information; ability to approach tasks with an eye toward improved efficiency and commitment to quality, manage multiple projects/priorities, and meet changing deadlines despite frequent interruptions in a service-oriented environment; self-motivation; and ability to work both independently and cooperatively within a team. PREFERRED: proficiency with statistical programming languages, database, query languages, predictive analysis techniques, and statistical methodology; developer experience in SQL and Tableau software; experience with Advance; experience running complex queries such as very large multidimensional filters or complex co-occurrence queries; interest in fundraising; and a background in higher education advancement services. Job #20661-6

Must be willing and available to work occasional evening hours and weekends.

Application material should include a resume and cover letter.

This position will be hybrid, with a combination of on-campus and remote work.

1/14/22