Development Information Manager full-time position--San Francisco, California

Mario Lemos

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music is looking for an expert in Raiser's Edge to maintain the integrity of our fundraising database and manage the integration of prospect research and other related information into the same system. The ideal incumbent, as the Development Information Manager, will serve as the primary liaison between the Advancement Department, IT and the Business Office. Job Functions In addition to managing the donor database and maximizing the use of Raiser's Edge, the Development Information Manager will serve as a resource to the Development and Communications Department, providing information and technical support for outreach projects and activities. The incumbent will develop codes, define fields, describe funds, create queries (and segmentation as needed) and produce reports. The incumbent will also maintain procedures for tracking and entering data and recording changes. Although the Advancement office relies heavily on Raiser's Edge, the incumbent should also be familiar and able to develop reports with Access. Other duties include assisting Development department Managers on donor recognition, direct mail and special appeals; the coordination of prospect research activities; the creation of annual donor analysis reports and the maintenance of general internal and external distribution lists, including staff and faculty contact information in Outlook. The incumbent will also provide all necessary logistical support for special events (invitation lists, RSVP tracking, seating, revenue and billing). Finally, the incumbent will assist the Business Office with the reconciliation of gift records between Raiser's Edge and the accounting system. The incumbent will also assist the Business Office with tracking online donations. The Advancement office relies on multi-faceted individuals committed to supporting fundraising efforts on behalf of the school. This means that in addition to performing the primary functions described above, the Development Information Manager will participate in special fundraising events hosted by the Advancement Department. Qualifications The ideal candidates possess demonstrated experience with Raiser's Edge or other comparable fundraising database programs, Access, Excel and Word. A solid understanding of the principles of relational database design, user interface, input and an output function is essential. Candidates should also be familiar with the principles of strategic data analysis: data gathering sources, validation techniques and reporting. A strong attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication, along with excellent mathematical and system skills, are required. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to integrate information solutions within the scope of organizational objectives and resources. How to Apply We prefer to receive applications through our website; therefore to apply, please follow the link below. If you are unable to apply through our website, you may send a resume and cover letter, with salary expectations, to: Attn: Human Resources San Francisco Conservatory of Music 50 Oak Street San Francisco, CA 94109 Equal Opportunity Employer The San Francisco Conservatory of Music is an Equal Opportunity employer. Personnel decisions regarding applicants for employment are made without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, status as a Vietnam-era veteran or special disabled veteran, age or citizenship.