Development Analyst

Job Description


Development Analyst

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

Major Duties

Under the general supervision, the Development Analyst performs analysis, supports fundraising strategy, prepares communications, maintains donor data, coordinates events, and provides administrative and operational support to enhance engagement, ensure accurate reporting, and facilitate effective execution of development activities across the organization and donor engagement initiatives.

• Conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis of donor portfolios to support data-driven stewardship strategies aligned with donor giving levels and engagement history; gathers, reviews, and analyzes information, and provides recommendations.
• Oversees administrative departmental workflows including eTravel, procurement, calendars, meetings, budget, and other front office duties.
• Analyzes donor and alumni gift histories to identify trends, capacity indicators, and engagement patterns, recommending appropriate stewardship plans and management approaches to enhance retention and long-term philanthropic growth.
• Performs prospect research and data segmentation to identify, qualify, and prioritize prospective donors, generating targeted prospect lists and analytical insights to support fundraising strategy and campaign initiatives.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with high-net-worth donors, including preparing briefing materials and participating in donor interactions as appropriate.
• Ensures timely follow-through on high-priority initiatives to maximize fundraising effectiveness and relationship growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of fundraising and advancement operations, including donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship practices, and prospect development strategies.
• Knowledge of donor database systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge/NXT) and data management principles, including reporting, segmentation, and data integrity standards.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret quantitative and qualitative data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft professional correspondence, reports, briefing materials, and donor communications.
• Ability to analyze complex donor and alumni data to support strategic decision-making and fundraising outcomes.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive donor and institutional information.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification / 0512 / Advancement Professional II / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $5274 - $5709 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5274 - $7684 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.
• REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information

• Applications received through April 16, 2026, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.