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IAER Business Analyst - Hybrid

Employer
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jun 17, 2024

Job Details



Job Description

The IAER (Institutional Advancement and External Relations) Business Analyst is a crucial member of the Advancement Services team, responsible for leveraging data to drive strategic decisions in marketing and fundraising. This role requires a blend of analytical prowess, technical expertise, and strategic thinking to analyze data, develop insights, and support the institution's goals of enhancing donor relationships and increasing student enrollment.

This work can be performed on a hybrid schedule (remote & on campus)

Key Responsibilities:
  • Data Analysis and Insight Generation: Under the guidance of the Director of Advancement Services, work closely with the marketing, partnerships, and fundraising teams to analyze data, identifying trends and insights that inform strategies to strengthen relationships with donors, prospective students, and parents.
  • Advanced Reporting: Build advanced reports incorporating benchmarks, KPIs, and data visualizations to support the institution's objectives, facilitating informed decision-making and strategy development.
  • Dashboard Development: Develop and maintain comprehensive fundraising and marketing dashboards that provide a 360-degree view of constituents, ensuring stakeholders have access to real-time data and insights.
  • Predictive Modeling: Create predictive models for key business objectives, such as charitable giving and program enrollment, using historical data trends to forecast future performance and guide strategic planning.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Data Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Proven experience as a Business Analyst or Data Analyst, preferably within a fundraising, marketing, or higher education context.
  • Strong analytical skills, with expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization tools.
  • Proficiency in data analysis software and CRM systems, with a preference for candidates experienced in platforms used in higher education.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
  • A strategic thinker and problem solver with a keen attention to detail and a commitment to driving results through data-driven decision making.
Is This Role Right for You?

The ideal candidate for the Business Analyst role at Wentworth Institute of Technology is a critical thinker with a passion for out-of-the-box solutions. This person will thrive in a collaborative environment, possess excellent analytic and communication skills, and have a keen interest in advancing educational initiatives through strategic fundraising efforts. This role is perfect for someone who is a problem solver, enjoys improving business performance, and is committed to supporting the mission and values of Wentworth Institute of Technology through innovative advancement strategies.

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity .

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu .

Company

 Wentworth Institute of Technology

 

Founded in 1904, Wentworth Institute of Technology provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, project-based educational experience. Under the guidance of caring faculty and staff, students develop into career-ready, skilled professionals and engaged citizens through an education that integrates classroom, laboratory, studio, cooperative, and experiential learning,

More than 60 labs and studios and 20 degrees are available through the Schools of Architecture and DesignComputing and Data ScienceEngineeringManagement, and Sciences and Humanities. Students can choose from both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as a variety of certificate programs.

Wentworth aims to be a student-centered institution of inclusive excellence that embraces a culture of innovation and creativity; serves society through urban engagement; and fosters growth for local, regional, and national economies.

Our nearly 4,000 students are relentlessly curious, and their passion carries well beyond the lab. From robotics clubs to design collaborations, there is no shortage of opportunity for students to connect with others and challenge themselves in pursuit of a better tomorrow. Wentworth prioritizes students’ health and well-being and provides high-quality services, activities, programs, and opportunities to support their growth and transformation.

A Wentworth education equips graduates with a highly valued skillset. Students have the chance to complete a minimum of two cooperative learning (co-op) semesters during their four years of study, and approximately half of students receive a job offer from their co-op company prior to graduation. Ninety-five percent of the Class of 2021 were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.

Hands-on, future-focused, and career-ready—Wentworth is the University of Opportunity.

Wentworth Institute of Technology is a collaborative, mission-driven community of educators and professionals committed to excellence in ourselves and in the students we teach and support. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to continuing to develop a richly diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

There are a number of advantages to working at Wentworth. Among them:

  • Location. Wentworth is based in Boston’s historic Fenway area, a cultural center featuring numerous colleges, universities, hospitals, museums, galleries, restaurants, and cafes. The MBTA Green Line, Orange Line, and Commuter Rail are within walking distance (and we subsidize passes), and we provide affordable, on-site parking.
  • Career opportunities. We offer rewarding positions in areas such as the Division of Technology Services, Human Resources, Academic Affairs, Finance, Institutional Advancement, and others. There are also many opportunities for professional advancement.
  • Competitive salaries and benefits. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and pension plans; as well as generous holiday, vacation, and sick time.
  • Professional development opportunities. These include tuition reimbursement programs, and the ability to cross-register for courses, leadership programs, and professional development training at any of the other member institutions of the Colleges of the Fenway.
  • Wentworth is a member of Tuition Exchange, a reciprocal scholarship opportunity for the dependents of eligible faculty and staff at all 645+ member schools.
  • Discounts on arts and entertainment, including movie passes, Six Flags New England tickets, the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and more. 
  • Access to the on-campus Schumann Fitness Center. 
  • We are a member of MASCO, which offers a wide range of services including area planning and development, parking and transportation, collaborative purchasing, a call center, and child care.
  • We are a founding member of the New England Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NEHERC), the region’s premier job board for faculty, staff, and academic executives, featuring over 2,700 current jobs from member colleges, universities, teaching hospitals, research institutes, and education-related not-for-profits.
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