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 Do

As 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 (https://www.youtube.com/@abeyonddisability)

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