Data Manager

Data ManagerMississippi Data Hub | On-site| Remote Possible | PermanentPosition OverviewThe Data Manager will lead the day-to-day operations of the MS Data Hub, supporting coordinated voter engagement efforts across multiple organizations in Mississippi. This role will work across both c3 and c4 programs to ensure data is accurate, accessible, and used effectively to support organizing, outreach, and long-term power building.This is a hands-on role that sits at the center of a multi-organization effort. The Data Manager will work closely with partners across the state including advocacy groups, community organizations, and coalition members, ensuring data systems are consistent, usable, and aligned with agreed-upon data sharing practices.This role will also support programs operating in fast-moving environments, including special elections and newly drawn districts, where timely and reliable data is critical. The ideal candidate is deeply committed to strengthening democracy in Mississippi and expanding voter participation and access.Salary range: $70,000 – 90,000 (final range dependent on experience and scope)Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of contact for Data Hub operations, ensuring alignment across multiple organizationsAdminister core platforms (NGP VAN and CTA), including system management, documentation, and best practicesManage voter data across entities, including maintaining pipelines, monitoring syncs, and troubleshooting issuesBuild and maintain reporting in CTA to track outreach, voter contact, and program performanceSupport targeting, list-building, and data-driven outreach strategies in collaboration with organizing and campaign teamsAnalyze data to inform targeting, list development, and microtargeting strategiesSupport coordinated voter contact programs, ensuring data is effectively used for outreach and reportingManage user access and enforce data governance policies, including maintaining c3 and c4 data separationProvide training and ongoing support to staff and partner organizationsOther responsibilities as neededWho You AreYou are organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple teams or organizations. You can manage both the technical and human side of data and are deeply committed to supporting communities and strengthening democracy in Mississippi.QualificationsExperience working with voter files and tools such as NGP VAN, CTA, or similar systemsFamiliarity with SQL, BigQuery, Looker Studio, Google Suite, ExcelStrong data management skills and experience working with large datasetsComfort working across multiple stakeholders, organizations, or partnersStrong attention to detail and ability to maintain data accuracy and consistencyAbility to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiencesComfort working in a fast-paced and evolving environmentWillingness to learn new tools and systems as neededCommitment to supporting organizing, advocacy, or civic engagement workPreferred ExperienceExperience working in Mississippi or the SoutheastFamiliarity with c3 and c4 structures and compliance considerations, including time trackingExperience with reporting tools or dashboards (CTA, Tableau, or similar)Experience training staff or managing user access and permissionsWorking ConditionsAbility to work occasional evenings or weekends during peak program periodsWillingness to travel within Mississippi as needed to support partnersComfort working in a remote or hybrid environment using tools like Google Workspace and Zoom