UJA-Federation of New York is the world’s largest local philanthropy. We focus on caring for people in need and inspiring the Jewish future. We believe in the power of insights to shape strategy, optimize fundraising efforts, and improve donor and community engagement. As part of our continued investment in data and analytics, we are seeking a Director of Business Intelligence & Analytics to lead the organization’s intelligence, analytics, and business reporting team. This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of data, technology, and strategy.
The Director will be a technical, hands-on leader who will be responsible for managing a team to successfully deliver enterprise reporting, actionable insights, and key business analytics. This role partners closely with business teams to translate data into meaningful decisions that advance UJA’s mission. The role requires direct contribution with team leadership and skills-building. The Director will often be asked to define and scope problems, prioritize competing needs, and bring structure to evolving business questions. This leader should be comfortable taking initiative, asking thoughtful questions, and guiding stakeholders toward clarity and actionable solutions.
The ideal candidate combines technical depth with strong business acumen, is highly organized, and communicates complex ideas with clarity and precision. Above all, this leader will help foster a culture where data is trusted, accessible, and central to how UJA makes decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the team towards optimizing the design and delivery of enterprise-wide reporting and analytics across fundraising, program/planning, finance, and operations.
- Build and maintain executive-ready dashboards and reporting tools that enable faster, more informed decision-making.
- Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations.
- Direct and mentor a team of analysts and BI professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the intake, prioritization, and delivery of analytics and reporting requests across departments.
- Partner with data engineering and IT teams to ensure a scalable, reliable data infrastructure and high data quality standards.
- Implement automation and process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of reporting.
- Maintain data governance practices, including metric definitions, documentation, and data integrity standards.
- Have familiarity with and excitement about generative BI and the use of LLMs and AI agents for more conversational, real-time analytics.
- Keep apprised of new tools, technology, and especially AI advancements to reduce manual work and to champion AI-powered analytics into the organization.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive work experience in business intelligence, finance, business analytics, data analytics, or a related field.
- Proven track record of leading analytics or BI teams and delivering high-impact reporting and insights.
- Expert proficiency in SQL and proficiency with BI / analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Looker, or similar) and modern cloud data platforms (Azure/Fabric, Snowflake, or equivalent).
- Proficiency in a scripting language, preferably Python, data modeling, ETL concepts, and governed semantic layers for business intelligence.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present insights to non-technical stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Experience utilizing AI to drive efficiencies and reduce manual work burdens.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, set clear expectations, adapt communication to different stakeholders, and recommend data‑driven solutions that best support business goals.
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence decision-making through data.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with MS Azure, Fabric, and Salesforce CRM.
- Experience building data-driven cultures and leading organizational change.
- Exposure to generative BI or advanced analytics techniques is a plus.
Reports To: Vice President, Data & Insights
Salary Range: $150,000 - $160,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of progressive work experience in business intelligence, analytics, finance, or related field.
- Proven track record of leading analytics or BI teams and delivering high-impact reporting and insights.
- Expert proficiency in SQL.
- Proficiency with BI / analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Looker, or similar).
- Proficiency with modern cloud data platforms (Azure/Fabric, Snowflake, or equivalent).
- Proficiency in a scripting language, preferably Python.
- Knowledge of data modeling, ETL concepts, and governed semantic layers for BI.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to present insights to non-technical stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Experience utilizing AI to drive efficiencies and reduce manual work.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, set expectations, and recommend data-driven solutions.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Advanced degree.
- Experience with MS Azure, Fabric, and Salesforce CRM.
- Experience building data-driven cultures and leading organizational change.
- Exposure to generative BI or advanced analytics techniques.
What We Do
UJA-Federation of New York is the largest local philanthropy in the world. For more than 100 years, we’ve brought New Yorkers together to solve some of the most pressing problems facing our community. Thanks to our network of hundreds of non-profits, we can leverage our expertise across any number of areas — including health and human services, arts and culture, and education — to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year. We’re looking for smart, talented, driven people who haven’t met a challenge that’s too big to conquer. Whether you’re a recent college graduate or a seasoned professional, we offer a wide array of opportunities for people of every discipline. Whether your passion is government relations, fundraising, data analysis, marketing, IT, accounting, graphic design, or community planning — there’s something here for you. We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. At UJA, respect and inclusion are the cornerstones of our organizational culture. We are committed to advancing an environment where people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can be their authentic selves and where every voice is heard and valued. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, more effective, and more compassionate. That is why we’re committed to continuing our education and awareness as we look to create a more inclusive workplace, one that’s best prepared to meet the needs of the diverse communities we proudly serve. UJA is an equal opportunity employer.
Why Work With Us
Do you want to come to work every day feeling like you’re changing the world? Are you a bold, creative, results-oriented thinker? Do you thrive in a warm, supportive work environment? Then check out UJA.
