Manager, Development Analytics

Manager, Development Analytics

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – ALSAC

This role is responsible for shaping the culture of data‑driven decision‑making within the Development team. You will provide strategic insight into key analytical needs and opportunities, design and implement processes, tools, and reports, and enable access to actionable insights across the organization. As a thought partner to leadership, you will help drive fundraising strategies through analytics and foster collaboration across the Enterprise Data & Intelligence (ED&I) community.

• Recruit, mentor, and coach a high‑performing analytics team; provide guidance on policies, procedures, and communication to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Partner with Development Analytics leadership and business leaders to prioritize analytical resources for strategic initiatives and projects.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders so that analytics inform new initiatives and sustain core business; drive insights that influence technology and data roadmaps for analytics growth.
• Facilitate work groups to plan and execute pan‑Development projects, leveraging expertise and organizational knowledge to achieve goals.
• Oversee the creation of data sources, reports, and insights that analyze audiences, business functions, and key performance metrics.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions, offering recommendations on data and analytics for new and existing initiatives.
• Implement best‑in‑class standards for data and analytics, collaborating with external vendors and providers.
• Champion analytics needs across enterprise working groups through clear, compelling communication.
• Enforce policies and procedures that improve organizational effectiveness; apply problem‑solving skills to address issues collaboratively.
• Represent ALSAC – St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in a manner that reflects positively on the organization and its mission.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (3+ years in analytics leadership)
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Expertise in data structures, definitions, and languages (e.g., SQL)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to simplify complex topics
• Proven ability to lead teams and foster collaboration
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication at all organizational levels

• Team leadership and mentorship
• Cross‑functional collaboration and business partnership
• Robust experience in developing business insights
• Technical mastery in SQL and understanding of data architecture
• Excellent communication and data visualization skills

• Be a data‑driven thought partner with leaders across fundraising and analytics
• Help shape the culture of data‑driven decision‑making in the Direct Response division
• Learn from experts in donor acquisition and cultivation strategies
• Join a growing Enterprise Data & Intelligence (ED&I) team with career development opportunities

• Core Medical Coverage (low cost, low deductible medical, dental, and vision insurance plans)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer. ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

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