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Philanthropy Specialist - Decision Science & Analytics

MD Anderson

Houston, TX(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Budget Management, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Campaigns, Cancer, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Mining, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Sets, Data Visualization Tools, Information Technology & Information Systems, Needs Assessment, Nonprofit, Performance Analysis, Pivotal CRM, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Execution, Project Management Software, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Requirements Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Salesforce.com, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
The Decision Science & Analytics team is dedicated to building an end-to-end analytics solution to provide business insights, improve decision-making and provide empirical assessment of performance at the institutional, divisional and team levels with respect to constituent engagement and philanthropy.

MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Philanthropy Specialist (Data) to play a key role in supporting varied projects across the Decision Science & Analytics department. This role requires a dynamic, results-oriented individual who can provide on-demand support for initiatives related to analytics, reporting, business solutions, project management, prospect development, and campaign management. The ideal candidate should have experience in Salesforce, data management, and data quality, along with proficiency in data mining techniques. Previous experience in nonprofit philanthropy is preferred. The role demands an individual with project management skills who can adapt to dynamic work environments and contribute to the department's success.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Programmatic Project Execution (60%)

Consistently deliver skillful execution of team-specific work with an eye toward continuous improvement, while being aware of the impact of the team's work on and in partnership with others.
  • Lead and support various projects related to decision science and analytics teams.
  • Utilize project management tools to track progress, manage timelines, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
  • Manage data within Salesforce, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and quality.
  • Design and implement data management best practices, including data cleansing, validation, and migration.


Collaboration and Teaming (20%)

Work co-operatively with all stakeholders, contribute to the success of collaborative work teams and support completion of initiative or project to achieve stated goals.
  • Works with stakeholders to identify the business requirements and expected outcomes.
  • Works with and alongside other analysts, suggesting other solutions of interest to client business processes and/or decisions.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project goals are achieved on time and within budget.
  • Communicates and works with business subject matter experts.


Stakeholder Engagement (20%)

Display social awareness, professional etiquette, and the ability to interact and build rapport with internal and external stakeholders. Create an environment where yours and others' ideas, experiences, perspectives, contributions, and well-being are valued. Take personal responsibility for enabling an environment that supports fair and equal contributions.
  • Work with team leaders and members to solve analytics problems and document results and methodologies.
  • Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely data collection and reporting.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy innovative tools and resources that enhance divisional strategies.


EDUCATION
  • Required: Bachelor's Degree


WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Required: One year clerical, office, administrative, organizational, or related support experience. OR
  • Required: May substitute required Bachelor's degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
  • Preferred: Experience in manipulating large datasets and using databases, Salesforce, SQL, project management, data management, and reporting, with a focus on nonprofit philanthropy. Proficiency in data science tools and Power BI or other data visualization tools. Viable understanding of information systems. Ability to communicate with end-users, effectively understanding their needs and communicating appropriate expectations to them. Adaptable to change and able to interact with co-workers and end-users in a positive manner.


The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 177686
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 53,000
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 66,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 79,000
  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Remote
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: No
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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