Data Manager

RAFI’s Data Manager will help tell the story of RAFI’s work using data. They will be responsible for ensuring the development and smooth adoption of practical data collection and management processes to demonstrate programmatic impact across the organization. They will work closely with program, development, and communication teams to develop and adjust these processes as needed for usability and evolving needs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop full picture of constituent engagement with RAFI across various programs/entities - development, programs, comms
• With relevant staff, assess RAFI’s data management needs. In light of these, develop data collection and management procedures, train staff on them, and provide ongoing technical support.
• Develop and implement processes to improve data integrity, including but not limited to cleaning, uploading, and updating existing records, eliminating duplicates, and collaborating with programs to ensure that data is accurate and timely.
• Build FormAssembly forms that integrate with Salesforce and ensure that the data is integrating correctly.
• Build reports, dashboards, and other tools for staff to evaluate their program’s reach

Required skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Commitment to RAFI’s mission and values
• Experience with a CRM database and a form builder, with strong preference for Salesforce and FormAssembly
• Desire, willingness, and strong ability to gain knowledge and skills with technological tools and to teach those tools and related policies and processes to others
• Active learner & self-starter; ability to seek information independently, self-educate, and take initiative on projects and work plans.

Desired skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Salesforce Administrator Certification
• Experience with Salesforce’s Nonprofit Success Pack
• Experience working in a nonprofit environment
• FormAssembly certification

Location: Remote with priority given to applicants based in NC, SC, PR, VA, or MS. Employees must be based within one time zone of Eastern Standard Time. Employees based in the Triangle region of North Carolina are encouraged to work in RAFI’s coworking space one day per week.

About RAFI: RAFI challenges the root causes of unjust food systems, supporting and advocating for economically, racially, and ecologically just farm communities. We envision a thriving, sustainable, and equitable food system where farmers and farmworkers have dignity and agency; where they are supported by just agricultural policies; and where corporations and institutions are accountable to their community.

How to Apply: Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and professional references. We will accept applications until the position is filled. In your cover letter, please state why you are interested in working for RAFI and share any skills or experiences you have that make you an ideal candidate for this position, especially your Salesforce and data management experience. Please no calls; we cannot guarantee a response to emails.

RAFI’s Salary Rates: RAFI’s salary policy is implemented based on the goals of fair, clear and transparent criteria for salary rates with clear standards that minimize the effect of negotiation skills or preference. RAFI’s salary policy sets salary rates for positions based on the responsibility level that the position holds. Given this, RAFI does not negotiate salary rates.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: RAFI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental handicap, matriculation, or political affiliation.

Diverse Applicants Statement: RAFI values an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are deeply committed to engaging the skills and leadership of people of color, LGBTQ persons, and other individuals from diverse backgrounds. Research shows that often women and people from underrepresented groups only apply to jobs for which they meet 100% of the qualifications. RAFI is interested in attracting a diverse pool of candidates who want to contribute as a part of a dedicated, hard-working, collaborative team, driven by equity. You need not check every box. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.

• Generous benefits package includes: 9 paid holidays, up to 80 sick hours as needed, 2.25 days of annual (vacation) leave accrued a month, 401k, life insurance, and long/short-term disability insurance plans
• RAFI currently pays for 100% of the dental and vision premiums and 84% of the health premiums (as well as 100% of the health deductible) for staff and their dependents.