Data Analytics and Contract Compliance Specialist

Description

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Data Analytics and Contract Compliance Specialist is responsible for building, coordinating, and managing a comprehensive research, analytics, and contract compliance program to support organizational decision-making, fundraising strategy, program growth, and operational effectiveness. This position partners across all departments to identify trends, evaluate opportunities, ensure contractual compliance, and provide actionable insights that advance FeedMore’s mission and strategic objectives. The role serves as a key liaison between departments by transforming data into meaningful recommendations that support annual and major giving efforts, program expansion, organizational planning, and contract compliance management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organizational Research and Strategic Analysis

· Work closely with core mission teams, including Commissary, Agency & Client Services, and RISE, to evaluate organizational data, community needs, and service trends.

· Analyze FeedMore, regional, state, and national data utilizing reputable and independent sources to identify program gaps, service opportunities, emerging trends, and potential growth areas.

· Conduct organizational and cross-departmental research to support leadership in strategic planning, decision-making, resource allocation, and program development.

· Prepare reports, dashboards, presentations, and recommendations that effectively communicate findings to leadership and stakeholders.

Contract Compliance and Management

· Partner with Finance, Facilities, and Program teams to monitor contractual requirements and ensure organizational compliance with all applicable agreements, grants, and program obligations.

· Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive contract tracking and monitoring process to ensure timely renewals, renegotiations, amendments, and contract closeouts.

· Maintain contract databases, compliance calendars, reporting systems, and documentation to ensure organizational readiness and compliance.

· Monitor upcoming contract expiration dates and proactively engage stakeholders to facilitate timely decision-making regarding contract continuation, renegotiation, or termination.

· Assist with audits, monitoring activities, and compliance reviews as needed.

Data Analytics and Fundraising Support

· Partner with the Development team to provide support in the employment of data mining, forecasting, research, and statistical analysis techniques to support fundraising strategies and priorities.

· Support the team in their work to identify, classify, assess, and cultivate prospective donors capable of making, maintaining, and increasing philanthropic contributions to the organization.

· Support direct marketing initiatives by ensuring timely, accurate, and actionable data is available for print, digital, renewal, acquisition, and web-based campaigns.

· Assist with prospect analysis, segmentation, list generation, database queries, reporting, and profile development to enhance fundraising effectiveness.

· Work with the team to develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, and reporting tools that improve data collection, analysis, and utilization across the Development Department.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Serve as a liaison between departments to identify research needs, analyze operational priorities, and develop solutions that support organizational goals.

· Collaborate with Information Technology and departmental teams during the research, evaluation, development, implementation, and optimization of new technologies, software platforms, and data systems.

· Work collaboratively with the Strategic Projects team to support research, data analysis, implementation planning, and project outcomes.

Organizational Support

· Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity when handling organizational information, donor data, financial records, contracts, and employee information.

· Assist with any and all mission work as needed and requested with some or no prior notice including, but not limited to: serving as a truck spotter, helping with the Farm Market/Community Garden/Freight Farms/on and off-site food distributions, preparation of meals, and serving home-delivered meals.

· Perform other duties, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

· Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Statistics, Finance, or a related field preferred.

· Relevant experience in data analysis, research, reporting, contract administration, compliance, or a related field preferred.

· Nonprofit experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

· Ability to collect, analyze, and present data in a clear and meaningful way.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

· Commitment to FeedMore's mission and values.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

· Ability to work in office, warehouse, commissary, and community settings.

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

· Ability to travel throughout FeedMore's service area and occasionally outside the region.

· Regular use of computers and other standard office equipment.