Director of Data and Analytics

Job Description Summary

The Director of Data and Analytics is a key leadership role within the Advancement Services team at the Medical University of South Carolina Foundation. Reporting to the Senior Director of Advancement Services, this position leads the team responsible for managing, integrating, and analyzing data related to alumni, grateful patients, donors, and prospects. The director ensures that the Foundation is supported by accurate data and actionable insights to inform fundraising strategies, prospect engagement, and campaign performance.

The ideal candidate brings technical proficiency, strategic insight, and experience leading a team in a data-rich environment. This individual will guide the organization's use of data to drive philanthropic impact and strengthen MUSC’s ability to advance its mission through philanthropy.

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC002075 UMA OTHR PAY MUSC Foundation CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-32

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Director of Data and Analytics is a key leadership role within the Advancement Services team at the Medical University of South Carolina Foundation. Reporting to the Senior Director of Advancement Services, this position leads the team responsible for managing, integrating, and analyzing data related to alumni, grateful patients, donors, and prospects. The director ensures that the Foundation is supported by accurate data and actionable insights to inform fundraising strategies, prospect engagement, and campaign performance.

The ideal candidate brings technical proficiency, strategic insight, and experience leading a team in a data-rich environment. This individual will guide the organization's use of data to drive philanthropic impact and strengthen MUSC’s ability to advance its mission through philanthropy.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Strategy & Management – 30%

• Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy to support advancement goals.
• Oversee data governance policies and ensure compliance with data security, HIPAA, and ethical fundraising practices.
• Manage data integration and synchronization across platforms such as Epic, Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, Microsoft and third-party systems.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely updates of alumni, donor, and patient data.

Analytics & Reporting – 30%

• Design, build, and maintain data models, dashboards, and reports using tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Leverage SQL, DAX, and M to create customized analytics that support campaign planning, portfolio management, and performance tracking.
• Develop predictive models and segmentation strategies to identify new prospects and optimize engagement.
• Translate technical analyses into clear, actionable insights for advancement leadership and fundraisers.

Team Leadership & Collaboration – 20%

• Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of analysts and database professionals.
• Establish team goals, professional development plans, and performance expectations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Prospect Development, Major Gifts, Alumni Relations, Annual Giving, and IT to align data needs with strategic objectives.
• Foster a service-oriented culture that empowers colleagues to use data confidently and effectively.

Technology & Systems Oversight – 15%

• Oversee the implementation and optimization of reporting tools, data pipelines, and system integrations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for advancement’s data systems and advocate for system enhancements or new technologies.
• Work closely with IT and data governance committees to maintain secure, ethical use of constituent data.

Other duties as assigned – 5%

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, Information Systems, Statistics, Business Intelligence, or a related field
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in data management/analytics, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Strong proficiency in SQL, DAX, M, Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience working with advancement and fundraising systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Salesforce) and healthcare systems (e.g., Epic).
• Demonstrated knowledge of data privacy regulations including HIPAA.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in nonprofit healthcare or higher education advancement.
• Familiarity with donor screening, modeling, or predictive analytics tools.
• Knowledge of machine learning or AI applications for fundraising is a plus.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, and 5 years of experience.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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