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George Washington University
Administration/Managerment

Senior Data Analyst, Advancement Analytics and Philanthropic Intelligence

George Washington University · United States
Deadline
Mar 31, 2027
Closing in 180 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full or part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 02, 2026
Offered salary$111,965

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Senior Data Analyst, Advancement Analytics and Philanthropic Intelligence

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I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary: The Senior Data Analyst, Advancement Analytics and Philanthropic Intelligence serves as a strategic partner within University Advancement, leveraging data, analytics, and reporting to support fundraising performance, donor engagement, prospect identification, and campaign planning. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining reporting solutions, conducting advanced analytics, ensuring data integrity, and delivering actionable insights that support data-informed fundraising strategies. The position bridges traditional advancement reporting with modern analytics and predictive modeling, helping leadership and frontline fundraisers make informed decisions that advance philanthropy and engagement objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Advancement Reporting & Business Intelligence:
  • Design, develop, and maintain recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and scorecards for Advancement leadership and fundraising teams.
  • Partner with stakeholders to gather reporting requirements and translate business needs into meaningful data solutions.
  • Create standardized reporting processes and documentation to improve consistency and efficiency.
  • Develop or enhance executive-level dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI, Tableau, and related business intelligence tools.
  • Communicate findings and recommendations to technical and nontechnical audiences.

Data Analytics & Fundraising Strategy:
  • Analyze donor, alumni, campaign, and engagement data to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Conduct statistical analyses, predictive modeling, segmentation, and forecasting to support fundraising initiatives.
  • Develop donor engagement, retention, and portfolio performance analyses.
  • Support campaign planning through data-driven insights and performance measurement.

Data Quality & Governance:
  • Monitor and improve data integrity across advancement systems and reporting environments.
  • Develop and implement quality assurance processes, validation procedures, and documentation standards.
  • Collaborate with database administration and technical teams to enhance data accessibility and reliability.

Strategic Collaboration:
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on advancement analytics, reporting, and business intelligence.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into practical recommendations that improve fundraising effectiveness.
  • Lead projects that improve reporting processes, workflow automation, and organizational data capabilities.

Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field is desired.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in analytics, reporting, business intelligence, fundraising analytics, or higher education advancement is desired.
  • Demonstrated experience working with large relational databases and data warehouses.
  • Experience supporting executive decision-making through reporting and analysis.
  • Experience developing and maintaining dashboards and automated reporting solutions.
  • Experience partnering with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Hiring Range $70,068.63 - $111,965.33
GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: University Advancement
Family Information Technology
Sub-Family Functional Data Analysis
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8 am-5 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S014498
Job Open Date: 10/02/2026
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * Are you a current employee of The George Washington University?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)?  (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
    • Yes, IEP complete
    • No, still in IEP
    • N/a - not a current GW employee
  3. * What is your expected salary range?

    (Open Ended Question)

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