ABOUT LEE

LEE is a nonpartisan network of leaders at all stages of life and career. We provide 1:1 coaching, meaningful member-to-member connections, and skill-building opportunities to support and inspire members to increase access and opportunity in their communities. (wearelee.org)
We are a civic leadership development, membership organization. We equip LEE members with the tools, resources, and industry knowledge they need to take collective action and create change in their communities – whether that’s through policymaking, elected leadership, advocacy, or grassroots organizing. LEE believes that effective leaders who are grounded in their values and experiences can make a difference in their communities.
LEE is an outcomes-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment deeply invested in continuous improvement. LEE is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, and to offer generous compensation, a virtual work setting that includes flexible scheduling, and a values-driven benefits package.

POSITION SUMMARY:

LEE seeks a strategic, data quality leader to serve as the Senior Director, Data Quality & Insights, reporting to the Senior Vice President (SVP), Member Impact. The Senior Director will bring expertise in data governance, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to deepen data quality, insights, and data-driven decision-making across LEE.
The Senior Director will lead efforts to ensure LEE’s data systems are accurate, accessible, and actionable. This role will manage the development of organization-wide data governance practices, performance tools, and learning systems that support strategic decision-making and accountability. By integrating data quality, research, and strategy, the Senior Director will help LEE generate stronger insights into member experience and impact. They will mentor and manage a team of data analysts responsible for the member data reporting, evaluation, and analysis functions across the organization. They will also co-lead a cross-functional Center of Excellence to elevate organizational fluency in measurement, learning, and reporting. This role plays a critical function in helping teams across LEE absorb, interpret, and act on data through storytelling, shared tools, and aligned strategies that advance LEE’s impact.
Position Location: Flexible
Travel Requirements: 10-15%, including team retreats and nationwide travel at least twice a year

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate years of work experience preferably in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (If you do not hold a Bachelor’s degree an additional 4 years of relevant experience is required. If you hold an Associate’s degree an additional 2 years of relevant experience is required.)
• Minimum 9+ years of relevant professional experience in the areas of data governance, data management, insights, and research
• Demonstrated experience supporting cross-functional teams absorb and apply data by building systems, tools, and shared practices for learning and improvement
• Demonstrated Expertise in:
• Databases & Querying: SQL, BigQuery
• Data Quality Tools, such as Informatica, Talend, Collibra
• BI Tools: preferably Tableau
• Statistical analysis background
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks, principles, and industry best practices
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
• Strong change management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience leading enterprise-wide data governance and quality initiatives
• Ability to communicate complex insights to non-technical stakeholders and executives
• Experience managing and mentoring team of analysts
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to lead both large and small team projects
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to tell compelling stories through data for diverse audiences
• Ability to build strong relationships and work with people at all levels of the organization and with external partners
• Knowledge of data architecture, data modeling, and metadata management
• Demonstrated track record applying data analytics to inform strategy
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a geographically dispersed team
• Strong, demonstrated commitment to LEE’s mission, core values, and theory of change

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in analytics, statistics, or business
• Familiarity with leadership development (experience developing or managing leadership trainings for adult learners)

Physical Requirements & Work Demands:

• This position is primarily a sedentary role working with colleagues based around the country using remote technologies.
• The person in this position may need to occasionally move about inside the office to liaise with staff or access office equipment.
• The person in this position will need to have the ability to travel to in-person meetings in various U.S. cities.
• Occasional evening and/or weekend work is required.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.

Data Quality and Reporting (45%)

• Lead the development and implementation of organization-wide data quality and governance practices that ensure accessible, reliable, and consistent data across systems
• Use data storytelling to deliver actionable insights on org-wide performance and impact that informs leadership decision-making
• Oversee the dashboard development and data tools (i.e., BigQuery, SQL, and Tableau) that inform strategic direction for Member Impact and cross-functional priority teams
• Co-lead integration of insights across research, data, and strategy functions by co-facilitating a cross-functional Center of Excellence (CoE) focused on measurement, research, reporting, and data quality
• Review and validate external reporting for funders, Board, and partners to ensure consistency and compliance

Data Insights and Analytics (35%)

• Partner with the Chiefs of Staff to ensure the Member and Partnerships teams have access to data and insights to inform annual planning
• Leverage member impact data and insights to help teams identify challenges and design targeted strategies to improve outcomes
• Lead program evaluation strategy by partnering across functions to ensure high-quality, consistent measurement and data tools that support effective strategies, tactics, and decision-making
• Lead the development of scalable systems and practices for member insight capabilities—standardize surveys, collect behavioral data, and surface trends to inform strategy

Team and Organizational Stewardship (10%)

• Manage a high-performing team of data analysts who support a portfolio of teams and priorities in their data and analytic work, to ensure high quality production of dashboards, reports, and analysis
• Guide cross-functional leaders to build tools, systems, and mindsets across the organization to ensure high quality data entry and collection
• Provide facilitation and strategic guidance on high-priority initiatives

Special Projects (10%)

• Lend leadership and strategic thought partnership, facilitation and/or other capacity to high-priority organizational initiatives and/or research projects, as needed
• Other projects as assigned by the SVP, Member Impact