Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst

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 University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. As a mission-driven organization, UT MD Anderson relies on advanced analytics and reporting to strengthen philanthropic strategies and ensure resources are effectively aligned with institutional priorities. 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

Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to directly support UT MD Anderson's mission by enabling data-informed fundraising strategies that advance cancer research, patient care, and education. The Senior Philanthropy Reporting Analyst contributes to high-impact analytics initiatives while working in a collaborative environment that values continuous learning, innovation, and work-life balance, supporting both professional growth and meaningful work.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

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.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 182039
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 77,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 97,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Remote
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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