Temporary Data Scientist

• Perform advanced analytics and machine learning techniques as appropriate for the specific use case to derive impactful insights or develop data tools to equip stakeholders to take action

• Build reporting data pipelines and dashboards as needed to ensure stakeholders can access accurate, timely, and actionable insights

• Document data projects using department approved processes

• Manage data science projects from discovery to deployment or presentation

• Stay current with data science best practices; maintain ongoing training and professional development and competency in all techniques necessary to complete duties; and participate in the broader data science community to identify and disseminate the latest developments in data and technology

Strategy, Knowledge Development, and Collaboration:

• Identify key opportunities through data exploration and partnership with stakeholders that would be most impactful for driving fundraising, marketing, digital communications, and supporter engagement efforts

• Translate high level or abstract fundraising goals into specific data solutions

• Translate complex data techniques and solutions into clear insights and recommendations and effectively communicate to stakeholders

• Deliver presentations and data tool walkthroughs as needed to clearly and effectively communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and equip them to leverage and self-service going forward

Qualifications:  

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience

• 2+ years related experience with developing machine learning models and conducting advanced analytics

• Experience with CRM technologies (ex. Salesforce)

• Experience with and understanding of the Non-Profit fundraising industry

• Deep understanding of machine learning concepts and statistical methods

Technical Competencies

• Strong SQL skills and Quantitative Programming skills in Python or R.

• Substantial experience with visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI

• Proven ability to apply data science techniques to find answers to high level or vague questions and communicate them to stakeholders

• Ability to draw insights and conclusions from data to inform data tool development and business decisions

• Ability to effectively collaborate with other data scientists, data analysts, data engineers, and key business partners

• Willingness and ability to be a multi-functional team member, working across various data science disciplines as needed including machine learning, advanced analytics, data pipeline development, and dashboard creation

Non-Technical Competencies:

• Ability to communicate technical and statistical concepts clearly and concisely among audiences at many different levels

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

• Adept at creative problem solving

• Flexible, collaborative and eager to support others

• Effective team player who fosters collaborative environment

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed

Application Process:  

Upload Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith* in one PDF document. 

*What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

What does IJM have to offer? 

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits 

• Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro area 

• Retirement benefit options  

• Paid leave starting at 23 days

• 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior) 

• Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation 

• Robust staff care resources 

IJM holds strict safeguarding principles and a zero tolerance to violations of the Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, and Code of Ethics. Candidate selection is based on technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring criteria subject to assessing the candidate’s value congruence and thorough background, police clearance, and reference check processes.

At IJM, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce through fair and equitable employment practices. IJM encourages people of any race, color, age, sex, marital status or political ideology to apply for employment. While we welcome everyone into this work, we truly believe that the work we are doing is God’s work, not our own, and practice spiritual disciplines together daily. That’s why we legally require under SEC. 2000e-1 [Section702] of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that all employees practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.

IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references with an employment offer and/or employment contract.

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