CRM Data Specialist IT Job IRC
The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.
Major Responsibilities:
- Perform Data List Pulls from Salesforce using Azure MSSQL based on stakeholder or vendor requirements.
- Extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from vendor sources such as SFTP or portals into Azure MSSQL and subsequently into Salesforce using DBAmp.
- Design, implement, and maintain data upload workflows to ensure seamless integration from external sources into the database and Salesforce.
- Develop and automate recurring data processing operations to optimise efficiency.
- Create, maintain, and update Excel VBA templates for partners, ensuring usability and alignment with project requirements.
- Collaborate with partners to refine templates and provide sophisticated and strategic support.
- Monitor and enhance database performance and design to support operational efficiency.
- Identify and resolve data inconsistencies, errors, and exceptions using sophisticated SQL queries and strong analytical thinking.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet business needs.
- Act as a subject matter expert for database processes, data handling, and automation tools.
- Conduct unit testing to validate data workflows, troubleshoot defects, and implement necessary fixes.
- Document processes, workflows, and resolutions to maintain a knowledge base for future reference.
- Build productive relationships with internal partners and vendors to align on data requirements and project goals.
- Communicate proactively to provide updates, resolve challenges, and deliver technical/admin support.
- Review, assess, and resolve database-related Salesforce cases submitted by partners.
- Provide technical support and solutions addressing data pull/upload issues, automation challenges, and other Salesforce data handling needs.
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Key Working Relationships:
- Position Reports to: Associate Director, Integrations & Automations
- Position directly supervises
- Indirect Resources: Collaborates with other staffers on multi-functional development and project teams.
- Other Internal and/or external contacts:
- Internal: Close collaboration with global colleagues working in the areas of CRM, digital technology, and analytics across External Relations, IT and Communications teams.
- External: May collaborate with external digital vendors and consultants.
- Impact of work: Supports IRC’s ability to generate digital donations in excess of $60 million annually, measure and improve on data management, and deliver of segmentation and reporting for fundraising, and policy initiatives to expand impact, brand awareness and to generate revenue.
Job Qualifications:
- Minimum: Associate’s Degree
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Work Experience:
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Minimum:
- 5+ years hands on with Data Management including data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).
- Significant demonstrable professional work experience with CRM and relational databases (non-profit experience a plus) and IT delivery, IT services, and professional services environments.
- Experience creating database structures and implementing quality checks to ensure CRM data integrity.
- Hands-on experience with creating database objects such as views, stored procedures, and functions.
- Advanced knowledge of SQL database development, query performance tuning, and sophisticated data manipulation.
- Proficiency in programming languages, MSSQL queries and with DBAmp for Salesforce data integration.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Ability to independently handle multiple projects and high workloads while meeting deadlines.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
- Strong customer service orientation with a proactive approach to partner collaboration.
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