Ability Beyond

Development Operations Data Manager

Ability Beyond  •  $72k/yr  •  Bethel, CT (Remote)  •  8 days ago
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Location Bethel, CT (Hybrid)Salary $70-72k/year DOE  Are you a detail-driven data professional who thrives behind the scenes of successful fundraising? Ability Beyond is seeking a Development Operations Data Manager to power our fundraising efforts through strong systems, clean data, and exceptional donor stewardship. In this highly collaborative role, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring our donors have a seamless, high-quality experience - while equipping our Development team with the data, tools, and insights they need to succeed. What You’ll DoAs our Development Operations Data Manager, you will serve as the backbone of our fundraising infrastructure:
  • Lead Gift Processing & Data Integrity 
    • Manage all gift processing across Raiser’s Edge NXT and digital giving platforms
    • Ensure accuracy, compliance with accounting standards, and adherence to internal controls
  • Own Fundraising Systems & Reporting 
    • Maintain and optimize donor records, queries, reports, and dashboards
    • Generate lists for appeals, events, and stewardship activities
    • Partner with Development staff to provide data insights that support fundraising strategy
  • Drive Financial Alignment & Audit Readiness 
    • Act as the primary liaison between Development and Finance
    • Support reconciliation processes, year-end close, and annual audit preparation
    • Oversee pledge tracking, donor invoicing, and year-end giving statements
  • Manage Raiser’s Edge NXT 
    • Maintain database health, data standards, and best practices
    • Provide user support and training to team members
    • Troubleshoot system issues and improve workflows
  • Enhance Donor Experience 
    • Ensure timely and accurate gift acknowledgments and receipts
    • Respond to donor inquiries with professionalism and care
    • Support seamless donor communications and engagement tracking
  • Strengthen Data Processes 
    • Continuously improve database structure and workflows
    • Prepare targeted mailing lists for appeals, events, and outreach campaigns
What You Bring
  • 5+ years of experience in fundraising operations, gift processing, or database management
  • Hands-on expertise with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT (required; certification a plus)
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and data management tools
  • Demonstrated experience handling complex revenue tracking and reconciliation
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with accuracy
  • Clear communicator who can translate complex data into actionable insights
  • A collaborative, “can-do” mindset with a commitment to confidentiality and integrity
 Why Join Ability Beyond?At Ability Beyond, your work directly contributes to meaningful impact. You’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to expanding opportunities and improving lives - while bringing excellence and innovation to every aspect of fundraising. Other benefits include:
  • Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
  • Paid time off (increases over years of service)
  • Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
  • PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
  • Access to an Employee Assistant Program including mental health resources
  • Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
  • A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork
Work Environment
  • Hybrid schedule 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
  • Occasional evening/weekend availability for events and key initiatives
Learn more about what we do on our website at www.abilitybeyond.org or visit our YouTube channel to see our work in action! ability beyond - YouTube
Ability Beyond

About Ability Beyond

At Ability Beyond, we discover, build and celebrate the ability in all people. Our organization is dedicated to empowering every person, no matter their ability, to have the opportunity to live, work and thrive as an integral part of their community. We serve 3,000 adults with disabilities annually throughout Connecticut and New York, and support employment for people with disabilities nationwide with our affiliate consulting group Disability Solutions.

For over 60 years, Ability Beyond has pioneered ways to help thousands of people with physical and mental disabilities to discover their abilities and become an integral part of their communities.

Today, with over 3,000 people benefiting from our services across New York and Connecticut, we are at the forefront in developing innovative programs and best practices that are being recognized and adopted on a national level.

Through our groundbreaking programs in community job training and placement, supported living, and recreational and educational enrichment, we empower the individuals we serve to live full and rewarding lives.

We are always going beyond – to ensure that the people we serve have a place to call home, enjoy independence through work, and have a forever home where they can age with dignity.

We are a 501 (c) (3) organization headquartered in Bethel, CT and Chappaqua, NY.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Bethel, CT
Year Founded
1953
Website
abilitybeyond.org
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