Prospect Systems Analyst

With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, founded in 1967, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches.

You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life. With programs from Boston to Beijing, Environmental Defense Fund is the only environmental group to receive an A rating from Wired magazine.

Position Overview: 

Environmental Defense Fund seeks a Prospect Systems Analyst for its Donor Records Department to be based at New York City. The department processes over 19,000 gifts annually, maintains the database of approximately 1 million records, coordinates all projects associated with the donor's profile, creates all table file values, generates standard and on-demand custom reports, performs trouble-shooting techniques, and  tests and implements software enhancements.

We are seeking an individual who has a strong work ethic, flexible and a team player. The successful candidate must have significant database systems management experience, with fundraising software and query reporting expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and streamlining departmental activities
• Automating current systems and tools to meet internal and external reporting needs
• Serve as a liaison to the Development, Finance and Membership departments
• Work to maintain the data integrity of the fundraising system
• Assist in developing, training and documenting PledgeMaker's Systems functionality.
• Work closely with members of the Development, Membership and Finance departments' on matters such as, program gift allocation, mailings and solicitations, mass data population, reconciliation, and documentation and training.

Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years experience in systems database management
• At least 5 years fundraising processing - PledgeMaker a plus
• Proficient in query reporting using Business Objects or Crystal
• Good communication and writing skills
• Meet deadlines and work under pressure

Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.

Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.