Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst
The Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst role is part of the Philanthropy Reporting & Analytics team within Decision Science and Analytics at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. This team is responsible for building end-to-end analytics solutions that deliver actionable business insights, support data-driven decision-making, and provide empirical assessments of performance across institutional, divisional, and team levels related to constituent engagement and philanthropy. The Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst plays a critical role in translating complex data into meaningful reports and visualizations that directly support fundraising initiatives.
The Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst partners with stakeholders across the division to ensure data accuracy, usability, and strategic value. The Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst is expected to contribute technical expertise, analytical rigor, and strong collaboration skills to advance UT MD Anderson's philanthropic goals.
Ideal Candidate Statement
The ideal candidate for the Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst role has a strong background in business intelligence reporting and data visualization, experience analyzing complex datasets to identify trends and performance insights, and the ability to partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective analytics solutions, along with experience supporting end users through training and technical support.
Position Information
Salary Range - Minimum $77,500 - Midpoint $97,000 - Maximum $116,500
The typical work schedule is day shift and the work location is remote
Responsibilities
Reporting and Dashboard Development
• Develop business intelligence reports, scorecards, and dashboards based on requested specifications
• Design, develop, and modify Power BI, Salesforce, Crystal, and Business Objects reports
• Support ad hoc data requests to meet divisional informational needs
• Schedule and distribute reports using Institutional Reporting Enterprise and SAP Business Intelligence
• Act as a champion for business intelligence benefits and promote BI adoption across the department
• Partner with internal customers to gather, validate, and document reporting requirements
• Develop and write business requirements for analytics and reporting solutions
• Identify and analyze commonly used queries and reports
• Research business problems and assist in creating analytical models to support decision-making
Data Analysis
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends and patterns in complex datasets
• Collaborate with team leaders and members to solve analytics problems
• Document analytical results, methodologies, and assumptions
• Apply iterative analysis processes and validate findings
• Perform experimental design approaches to test hypotheses
• Validate analysis using appropriate sampling methods
• Apply suitable algorithms to discover patterns and insights
End-User Training and Support
• Develop training materials for report and dashboard end users
• Provide technical support for reports, dashboards, and fundraising systems
• Support end users in resolving reporting and data visualization issues
Business Requirements and Analysis
• Support subject matter experts in gathering and validating stakeholder requirements
• Assist in developing and documenting business requirements for analytics solutions
• Analyze commonly used data sources and reports
• Research business problems and contribute to process documentation
• Assist with development of end-user training materials and delivery of training sessions
EDUCATION- Required: Bachelor's Degree In related field.
WORK EXPERIENCE- Required: 4 years In business analysis or related technical experience.
- Preferred: Experience with Power BI, Oracle PL/SQL, SQL, SAP BI (Crystal Reports), SAP BI CMC and Tableau. Experience with Salesforce reporting. Experience working for advancement services or fundraising organizations.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
