TITLE: Database and Research Associate
DIVISION: Development
LOCATION:
Remote, with Washington, DC office available
The Joe and Jill Biden Presidential Library Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is seeking a Database and Research Associate to join a dynamic team at an exciting moment as it fundraises to establish the Biden Presidential Center in Delaware. The Joe and Jill Biden Presidential Library Foundation will advance the enduring values of public service, empathy, and integrity that have defined the lives of President Biden and Dr. Biden, and serve as a living institution dedicated to education, public policy, and civic engagement.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
This position manages database integrity, gift processing, reporting, and prospect research for a growing development team. The Database and Research Associate role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage system protocols and procedures.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Data Management
Manage all aspects of gift processing, including accurate entry of gift acknowledgement and receipts
Prepare queries, mailing lists, exports, and reports to support fundraising, stewardship, and organizational needs
Build and maintain event registration forms, track registrations, monitor attendance, and prepare name tag lists and check-in materials
Partner with the Finance and Operations team to ensure accurate financial reconciliation and reporting for all incoming gifts
Oversee the integrity, consistency, and ongoing maintenance of donor and prospect data within the development database
Implement data management best practices to ensure the reliability of all donor records and analytical reporting
Support Development leadership in maintaining a clean donor pipeline and move-management tracking system
Prospect Research
Research, compile, and interpret data on prospective donors, including evaluating giving capabilities and interests, guiding development staff with recommendations as needed
Synthesize findings into concise, high-quality donor profiles and briefings
Support Major Gift Officer(s) in qualification efforts
Map relationships and networks linking key stakeholders to prospective supporters
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain active knowledge of the Foundation’s mission, programs, activities, and fundraising priorities
Stay up to date of philanthropic trends
QUALIFICATIONS: Work Experience
2-4 years of data management or fundraising operations experience required, in a nonprofit environment preferred
Deep understanding of donor segmentation and creation of complex queries and reports
Experience with donor stewardship practices and management
Skills
Precise attention to detail and high accuracy to maintain data integrity and hygiene
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
Ability to turn raw data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a start-up environment while managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines
Demonstrated analytical skills related to complex donor research and data analysis
Must have 1-2 years expertise with Salesforce
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience, with a range of $55,000 - $65,000
The Foundation provides medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of monthly premiums covered by the Foundation for employees, and 80% of monthly premiums for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children
All employees are eligible for 15 days of paid time off plus paid holidays and 15 days of paid sick leave
The Foundation provides 16 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
The Foundation offers employees a 401(k) retirement plan with a safe harbor matching contribution up to 5% of salary
The Foundation offers Foundation-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance to employees
All roles offer flexibility with remote and hybrid work options. The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.
Joe and Jill Biden Presidential Library Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local legislation.
