• Job Description

  Req#: 8a7887a19790a49d0197a33c2d6d0b8c
  Fundraising Operations Specialist, Database Management
  
  Why you want to work here...
  GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
  
  Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
  Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
  
  What it's like at GRID...
  At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
  
  The Opportunity...
  Database manager
  
  • Provides reporting and analytics of donor data and organizational stats upon request for key campaigns, stewardship materials, supporters list, and annual report
  • Develops and maintains standardized reports and dashboards for fundraising
  • Supports Director of Philanthropy Operations in ongoing projects with Salesforce consultant and Operations
  • Support affiliate and HQ Philanthropy staff to complete data entry as needed, including database clean-up projects, inputting data, attaching emails or documents, preparing spreadsheets for upload
  • Assist in research to support infrastructure or process improvements
  • Provide oversight and guidance on key data and help improve reporting capabilities
  
  Staff training and maintain documentation of HQ Philanthropy processes
  
  • Provide support for the development of Policies and Procedures
  • Document existing processes across departments to assist with onboarding, training, and process changes
  • Provide training across departments and offices for implementation or change of tools, processes, and best practices nationally
  • Assist with change management by integrating new tools, policies and procedures into existing tools and workflows and updating training documentation
  
  Project manager
  
  • Follow process for receiving and responding to all database improvement, troubleshooting, and staff training requests
  • Address troubleshooting, small project, and staff training requests directly
  • Work with Philanthropy Operations Team on medium and large projects, such as major database improvement projects, vetting and adopting new tools, developing new standard operating procedures, and ongoing reporting needs.
  
  Technology support
  
  • Acts as team lead (working with GRID's Operations team) on primary technology tools, such as Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Campaign Monitor, Haystack, and GoFundMe Pro fundraising platform
  
  
  What you bring to the role...
  
  • 2+ years of experience in fundraising operations, donor services, or nonprofit data management.
  • Proficiency in fundraising CRMs (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, DonorPerfect).
  • Passion for sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or environmental justice, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place
  • Detail oriented, productive, and works well under pressure with tight deadlines and changing priorities
  • Fast learner and entrepreneurial problem-solver
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite
  • Strong presentation, communication (written and verbal) skills, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks within a collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent organizational skills and follow-through
  • Team player who can work both independently and collaboratively
  • Upholds donor intent, professional ethics for fundraisers, and the culture of philanthropy
  • Experience providing administrative support including some or all of the following: database management, phones/customer services, organizing files or related activities.
  • Good "customer service" skills and focus
  • Versatile learner and committed to self-improvement. Employs strengths effectively. Willingly shares knowledge with others. Seeks coaching on areas needing improvement. Adjusts behavior/performance as needed. Views mistakes as learning opportunities
  
  
  It would be great if you also had...
  
  • Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, Asana, or Smartsheet
  • Nonprofit experience including familiarity with fundraising processes, such as grant management, events, and/or individual donation solicitation
  
  
  *Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
  
  Where you will sit & the places you may go...
  This position may require 10%-25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects. Availability to work nights and weekends may be required.
  
  GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
  
  Let's Talk Money!
  This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary pay commensurate with experience within the pay band ($70k- $80k annually), plus the benefits listed below.
  
  How we take care of you...
  Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.
  
  Ready to Apply?
  Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.
  
  Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
  
  GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
  
  Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

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