Company Description

KIPP 
Great education transforms lives. KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a non-profit network of 255 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating more than 110,000 early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students.  KIPP schools are tuition-free, public charter schools open to all students. KIPP schools, KIPP regions, and the KIPP Foundation are united by a common mission, a commitment to excellence, and a belief that if we help children develop the academic and character strengths they need for college and career success, they will be able to build a better tomorrow for themselves, for their communities, for us all. 

KIPP Foundation trains and develops outstanding educators to lead KIPP schools, provides tools, resources, and training for excellent teaching and learning, promotes innovation, and facilitates the exchange of insights and ideas within the KIPP network and with partners including: other charters, districts, colleges and universities, and non-profit organizations across the country. 

Why work at KIPP? 
By working for the KIPP Foundation, you help more students across the country receive the high-quality education they deserve. If you believe all children deserve great schools and programs where they can gain the knowledge, skills, character, and habits necessary to achieve their dreams while making the world a better place, please join us! 

Job Description

Position Overview 
KIPP Foundation's Development department is responsible for advancing organizational strategy through revenue generation and strategic partnerships and drives the support to fuel KIPP's work. The team is a tight-knit, energetic, and passionate group that ensures the KIPP Foundation can provide current and future KIPP schools with the programmatic support and resources necessary to help students in underserved communities get to and through college.
The Associate, Development Operations reports to the Manager, Development Operations and owns the data that drives the Development team's work.  In addition to ensuring the quality and integrity of the data in our Salesforce donor database, the Associate will generate analytic insights to drive impact. The role works deeply with Development teammates and collaboratively with colleagues on many teams across KIPP Foundation (including Finance, Marketing, IT) and the local KIPP regions. This role is based in KIPP Foundation's New York office.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Maintain high-quality data 

• Input gifts and donor-engagement activity into Salesforce daily; work closely with colleagues to ensure comprehensive data capture
• Maintain donor distribution lists including adding/updating donor contact information to KIPP's email service
• Uphold data standards to ensure end users have accurate information for making critical fundraising decisions

Enhance donor database

• Assist with migrating and then maintaining fundraising forecast in Salesforce
• Support in implementation of Salesforce enhancements to better drive team activity
• Provide input in the development of user requirements and work closely with Manager, Development Operations and/or Database Manager to continuously improve Salesforce 

Data Reporting 

• Partner with team members and network to gather requirements for generating dashboards and reports according to specifications
• Regularly run standard reports as needed
   

Key Competencies

• Thoroughness: Carefully reviews and checks the accuracy of information provided by team members to ensure high quality of work.
• Planning and Execution: Manages time and resources effectively, prioritizing efforts according to organizational goals.
• Continuous Learning: Ability to provide and accept feedback. Uses data and research to assess areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Management: Develops strong, trusting, respectful relationships with others.

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with two+ years professional experience
• Passion for KIPP's mission and values.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relational database best practices and concepts
• Technologically savvy, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Salesforce or other database experience is a plus 
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Ability to manage own time to meet tight deadlines
• Proven ability to solve problems
• Enthusiasm, strong communication skills, and team spirit
• Location - Flexible
• Must be willing and able to travel at least 30% of time
• Exemption status: Full time / exempt
   

Additional Information

Location
Flexible
Compensation and Benefits 
KIPP offers competitive salary commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package, generous vacation and PTO, 401k retirement plan with both pre- and post-tax options, as well as gym reimbursement, flexible spending account (FSA), and cell phone reimbursement are also offered by KIPP.
KIPP Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.