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CRM Database Manager

Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix, Scottsdale, AZ, United States


The Center for Jewish Philanthropy has an opening for a CRM Database Manager to join our team. This is a full-time exempt position based in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Our full-time employees are eligible for our benefits package which includes medical, dental, life, short and long-term disability insurances, voluntary insurance options, paid vacation, sick and holiday time, 401K, and health savings account.

Direct Report:

Vice President, Finance and Operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities CRM Administration & Data Management

Administer the organization's Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM system, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for all staff

Administer the organization's Community Suite by Foundant system, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for all staff

Support ongoing system migration from Blackbaud CRM to Dynamics 365, including post‑go‑live stabilization

Coordinate standardization of data entry procedures and train staff accordingly

Manage data updates and enhancements through third‑party vendors and integrations

Facilitate year‑end activities and processes related to the databases

Monitor databases for functional use, security, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting optimization

Data Governance

Establish and enforce data governance policies: naming conventions, data entry standards, duplicate management

Define and monitor data quality metrics and KPIs

Manage data retention and archival policies in compliance with organizational and legal requirements

Develop and maintain data dictionaries and field definition documentation

Ensure compliance with donor privacy standards and PCI requirements for gift processing

Reporting & Analytics

Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards connected to Dynamics 365/Dataverse

Create and manage reports, database queries, and analytics to support fundraising and program needs

Produce mailing lists for donor communications, e‑blasts, and special events

Provide statistical analysis and data insights to support organizational decision‑making

System Support & Development

Monitor, identify, and investigate system issues; coordinate solutions with JFNA Help Desk, support teams, or vendors

Support and maintain CRM applications, system tuning, performance monitoring, and database maintenance

Manage system enhancement projects: planning, implementation, and cross‑departmental coordination

Explore and implement AI‑powered automation tools (Copilot, Power Automate, AI Builder) to improve efficiency

Maintain system security, updates, and version control

Assist staff with minor IT issues

Training & Collaboration

Serve as internal trainer, providing effective instruction so staff can independently use the database to meet their responsibilities

Work with Senior Staff on strategies to support fundraising efforts and donor relationship management

Interact with other Federations in the CRM Collective

Coordinate with JFNA on shared configurations and best practices

Required Skills & Abilities

Microsoft Dynamics 365

experience required; Dataverse and model‑driven app familiarity strongly preferred

Power Platform

experience: Power BI (dashboard development), Power Automate (workflow automation)

SQL

proficiency for data analysis, queries, and validation

Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve database system issues

Proven ability to train individuals effectively in technical areas

Comfort translating between end‑user needs and database/system output

Ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and produce accurate work

Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity

Any transferable CRM skills from other platforms are valued

Preferred Skills

Blackbaud CRM experience (helpful for historical data context)

Data migration project experience

Data lifecycle management and retention policy experience

SharePoint integration experience

Experience with AI tools: Copilot for Dynamics 365, AI Builder, or similar

Previous experience in creation of process flow and workflow documentation

Knowledge of fundraising, development, and nonprofit organizations

Familiarity with donor privacy standards and PCI compliance

Bookkeeping or accounting basics

Technical Proficiency

Microsoft 365 suite (advanced Excel, Word, Outlook)

Power BI

SQL query writing

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Education & Experience

B.S. or B.A. preferred; business or computer‑related study preferred

3‑5 years of database management experience

Extensive CRM database knowledge required

Schedule: This is a full‑time position.

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