Fundraising Data Analyst, Local News Sustainability (Remote)

Are you passionate about the future of local journalism and skilled in fundraising? At Report for America, we're on a mission to rebuild local news in the U.S. by supporting the journalists and newsrooms that produce local news and the communities that depend on it. We're a dynamic nonprofit dedicated to nurturing the next generation of journalists and helping local newsrooms become more financially stable. We’re an initiative of The GroundTruth Project, an award-winning, independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit news organization.

The Opportunity: 

The Local News Sustainability Data Analyst will collaborate with partner newsrooms to strengthen their ability to leverage data for raising philanthropic support. Working closely with the Director of Local News Sustainability, this role will analyze fundraising trends, identify key data-driven strategies, and provide one-on-one mentorship. Additionally, the Data Analyst will lead cohort-based fundraising training sessions, utilizing both in-person and virtual platforms to equip newsrooms with the tools and insights needed to optimize their fundraising efforts.

What You’ll Do:

  • Assess Newsroom Needs: Conduct thorough evaluations of partner newsrooms to identify specific challenges and opportunities, providing tailored support to enhance their sustainability and impact.
  • Track and Manage Sustainability Data: Monitor and oversee all sustainability data for Accelerator, Host, and Alumni newsrooms on a quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc basis, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Maintain Databases: Oversee the LNS databases in Airtable and Salesforce, ensuring that all data is up-to-date and effectively organized to support strategic decision-making. Help manage and oversee data within the fiscal sponsorship database, ensuring that all information is current and accurately reflects financial relationships. 
  • Develop Documentation: Establish and maintain processes and documentation to ensure continuity and knowledge sharing across the organization, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborate on Research and Findings: Partner with the impact and evaluation team to release key research findings, ensuring insights are actionable and relevant to newsroom sustainability efforts.
  • Analyze Data for Reporting: Conduct thorough analysis of sustainability data for both internal and external reporting, tracking the effectiveness of initiatives and their impact on local newsrooms.
  • Document and Share Success Stories:  Assist in tracking and documenting success stories from newsrooms engaged in the LNS program, showcasing effective strategies and outcomes to inspire others and demonstrate the program’s impact.
     

What You’ll Bring:

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • Relevant Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or philanthropic advising.
  • Passion for Journalism: A genuine passion for local journalism and a deep understanding of journalism philanthropy is highly desirable.
  • Training Skills: Proven experience in training or mentoring individuals in one-on-one or cohort settings.
  • Strong Communication: Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and effective project management capabilities.
  • Collaborative Spirit: Ability to thrive in a collaborative nonprofit environment, working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of fundraising and communications tools including but not limited to Airtable, Calendy, Classy or similar donation platforms, Ribbon or similar fiscal sponsorship platforms G-Suite + GA4, Mailchimp or similar mail merge tools, Salesforce or similar CRM software, Slack, Survey Monkey, WordPress, Donor Search or similar wealth management tools, Zoom webinars 

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

About Report for America (RFA) is a transformative national service program dedicated to revitalizing local journalism by placing skilled journalists in newsrooms to cover under-reported issues and communities. RFA supports newsrooms by providing grant funds to cover the journalist’s salary, enabling newsrooms to leverage new reporters to engage with untapped audiences and generate additional revenue. In its mission to nurture both the next generation of journalists and newsrooms, RFA offers essential fundraising support, training, and peer engagement. These initiatives focus on critical topics such as philanthropy and innovative tools like AI, empowering newsrooms to sustain their operations and better serve their communities. In 2023 alone, RFA helped local newsrooms raise an impressive $7.4 million, contributing to a remarkable total of $30 million in local revenue generated since the program's inception. Join us in supporting the future of local journalism and ensuring that every community has access to the vital stories that matter most.

Join us in reshaping the future of local journalism! If you're ready to lead, inspire, and drive change, we want to hear from you. Apply now and become a crucial part of the Report for America mission!

The GroundTruth Project and Report for America is an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

The GroundTruth Project and Report for America believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

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