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BASIC FUNCTION:

The Raiser’s Edge Database and Development Operations Associate assists the Director of Development Operations in the administration of the Institute’s constituent relationship management system. This position is responsible developing advanced queries, reports, and lists for the Development office, for training Aspen Institute staff on Raiser’s Edge and
For actively supporting and encouraging the use of Raiser’s Edge and related Blackbaud products among staff across the Institute.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Provides database support, including troubleshooting and assisting staff across the Institute with the creation of advanced queries, lists, and reports.
•Works with program staff on importing new constituent data into the database.
•Ensures the timely and accurate processing of pledge reminders through the DC office and works with the Accounting department to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the gift management process. Prepares weekly gift entry reports to check the accuracy of gift data and coordinates regular reconciliations with Accounting data.
•Supports effective donor stewardship by creating and refining, as needed, systems for tracking acknowledgement letters, reports to major donors, and recognition lists in the Annual Report and other publications.
•Oversees training of Aspen Institute staff on Raiser’s Edge. This includes developing training tracks or sessions, and training curriculum and materials, and providing training to new employees and providing ongoing refresher training for existing staff.
•Assists with database maintenance, including the oversight of security and data integrity and the management of code tables and duplicate records.
•Assists with the development of detailed Raiser’s Edge policies and procedures and enforces and maintains them, as needed
•Assists with other administrative tasks for Development Operations, including the processing of bills and maintaining organized files.
•General support of events and activities as part of the Development team.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
•College degree
•At least 5 years of professional database administration experience in a nonprofit organization, ideally as part of a Development team
•Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge fundraising software required
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office
•Ability to effectively train staff on The Raiser’s Edge, including in a group setting
•Ability to analyze and organize data efficiently with attention to detail
•Ability to work independently and take initiative
•Excellent oral communication, interpersonal, and writing skills
•Ability to handle multiple tasks and complex projects simultaneously
•Understanding of privacy standards and ability to maintain confidentiality of constituent information

NOTE: This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic president and a solid team of professionals. Excellent benefits; salary commensurate with experience.

To APPLY:

Please visit the Aspen Institute's career page below and follow the instructions to submit a cover letter and CV.

aspeninstitute.silkroad.com/epostings/in...2343&startflag=1

The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws.]]> Job Postings Wed, 08 May 2013 15:41:07 +0000 http://www.blackbus.org/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=85&id=41854&Itemid=321#41854 http://www.blackbus.org/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=85&id=41854&Itemid=321#41854 LEVEL: Exempt

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to CIO

PRIMARY JOB PURPOSE: This position provides support, implementation and upgrades for assigned software applications. Individuals in this position should be considered an expert in several applications or technologies. Individuals in this position will provide leadership and direction toward accomplishing the goals and objectives of the organization with a thorough understanding of multi-platform application software and its inter-relationship with the delivery of health care services. This position may be assigned to lead or participate in accomplishing system implementations or upgrade projects and coordinate these efforts between Information Services and other departments as necessary to complete. This position is responsible for coordination of feasibility studies, vendor selection/negotiations, planning, testing, implementation, and maintenance of assigned applications. Individuals in this position are responsible for adhering to and supporting ICO/IEI standards, procedures, policies, protocols and objectives.

JOB DUTIES:
• Serves as liaison between Business Owners, End Users, Consultants/Vendors, IT Infrastructure staff and IT Management.
• Administer database and application security.
• Ensure effective utilization of systems through user training, system maintenance and system monitoring
• Schedule and perform updates to applications
• Develops and documents workflow, systems requirements, system impact analysis, systems design, process analysis and testing (including reasonableness checks) using software development methodology to provide efficient, cost-effective solutions as directed. Identifies impact of solutions on existing and future systems.
• Works closely with Business Owners and end users to develop detailed requirements to meet business needs.
• Lead discovery activities with business and IT staff at all levels to understand assumptions and constraints related to a solution delivery.
• Performs analysis on projects and provides a project plan that shows the tasks needing to be completed and a time estimate for each task.
• Provides status reports that give a detailed description of the current project’s progress and indicates time devoted to each task of the project.
• Participates in development of detail design and design walk-through with appropriate focus groups and related users to verify accuracy of design in meeting business needs.
• Act as first or second line of support for functional area.
• Coordinates software and infrastructure development efforts performed by in- house staff or outside consultants to ensure that everything is completed according to the project plan.
• Provide after-hours/non-workday support on-site or via remote access

SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Primary manager and business analyst for all education applications.
• Backup to the Healthcare Business Analyst.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Information Systems or equivalent field of study
• Four years’ experience in information systems, including 3+ years’ hands on experience with common academic applications (Blackbaud, Learning Management Systems (LMS), etc.).
• Subject Matter Expert in one or more of the following: Raiser’s Edge, Education Edge, PaperSavePro and NetCommunity.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business analysis\data analysis in one or more projects.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in application or database management strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Familiar with business process analysis and workflow documentation skills.
• Experience with developing use case modeling and iteration process testing models.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels in the organization.

Strong analytical and technical writing is essential.
• Certified or trained in SQL
• Strong proficiency in Crystal Reports
• Visual Basic, Perl, Visual C++ knowledge preferred
• Attendance must be in accordance to College policy

We are an EEO Employer

In the subject line of your e-mail, type: Sr Bus Analyst and e-mail your resume and cover letter to
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Interested? Please submit cover letter, resume and references to:
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