Senior Director, Data Strategy and Marketing Technology

Senior Director

The Senior Director will lead a dynamic and growing team of data and technology professionals, to spearhead the development of reporting and data tools that equip UChicago's 400+ fundraisers and Advancement professionals to meet the bold goal of raising over $1B annually. They will foster a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and accountability, empowering teams across a complex matrix organization to fully leverage data to engage more alumni, strengthen relationships, and increase philanthropic impact. This role may manage multiple teams of managers and / or professional staff responsible for developing analytic programs and supporting the use of analytic platforms and administrative data across the University. Reviews administrative data for joint analyses across multiple domains. Partners with functional stewards, business units, and user partners to develop reporting and analytic solutions with appropriate data governance and secure access.

Responsibilities include designing and proposing comprehensive vision and strategy for new / improved reporting, data management, and marketing automations strategies; championing and driving adoption of the data strategy and culture of data-driven decision-making and innovation throughout the organization; recruiting, developing, and leading a high-performing team of technology professionals; driving team success by ensuring work aligns with critical business initiatives; strengthening the team's knowledge of Advancement business priorities and processes; advancing and sustaining a developing data governance program; designing and executing strategies that equip Advancement business groups with timely, intuitive reporting solutions; launching and leading a marketing automation program; proactively engaging with leaders of partner business units; overseeing a portfolio of projects; monitoring emerging technologies; and seeking opportunities for professional development.

Minimum qualifications include a college or university degree in a related field and 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in information systems, business administration, finance, economics, mathematics, operations research, marketing, or a related field; a master's degree; 10+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or marketing research with at least five years in a leadership role; strong project management skills; expertise in business intelligence, data visualization tools, SQL, and a deep understanding of database modeling concepts; and knowledge of fundraising, alumni relations, and higher education.

Preferred competencies include exceptional skills in data analysis, interpretation, and the ability to drive business strategy through data-driven insights; strong leadership skills; excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; outstanding interpersonal and communications skills; integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality; collegiality and collaboration; self-motivation, initiative, and strategic thinking; ability to prioritize multiple projects and follow through with detail; and comfort with ambiguity.

This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in-office presence. Standard office environment. Travel to campus and / or non-campus locations for University business. Work evenings and weekends as needed. The position is located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court.

Application documents required include a resume / CV and a cover letter addressed to the Hiring Committee. The documents must be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.