At the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, we first listen to the communities we serve, tap into our learnings and relationships, and bring everyone together to build and support programs that improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help Kansas City thrive.

Impact Analyst

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.

Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.

The Impact Analyst is a key integrator for the Impact & Strategy team, providing essential coordination across projects, processes, and information. This role ensures the team operates effectively by managing daily operations related to grants and budgets, tracking key project outcomes, and coordinating team engagements and initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, the Analyst drives team-wide coherence by creating accurate documentation, planning logistics, and supporting compliance. This position works collaboratively to advance the Foundation’s goal of fostering economic prosperity for under-resourced communities in the Kansas City Region. 

Specific Responsibilities Include: 

• Gather, organize, track, store, and centralize external and internal data. Ensure that this data is the central source of truth for the team.

• Serve as a data translator for the team by gathering, organizing, and presenting information in a manner that supports effective decision making.

• Complete daily processes related to grants and budget management, data, reporting, and compliance, in collaboration with other internal functions as needed. 

• Ensure complete and accurate documentation, reports, presentations, and dashboards to support tracking and communication of team priorities and goals.

• Plan and coordinate engagements, initiatives, and programs, including organizing events, materials, or activities.

• Track ad-hoc data requests from external stakeholders, identifying themes, and recommending new data systems that address consistent needs.

• Support the use and integration of data across Foundation systems, e.g., Salesforce, Fluxx, and PowerBI

• Support and facilitate team culture by coordinating and planning related activities with an eye toward compliance and budget limitations, e.g., birthday celebrations.

• Assist with travel, including agreements, payments, and event coordination as assigned.

• Complete tasks in compliance with all company and departmental policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

• Support the team’s grant-making processes and strategic priority work in an environment that fosters accountability and continuous improvement.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Work Experience: At least three years of experience in operations analysis, project coordination, program support, or administrative roles within philanthropy, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.  Prior experience working in roles that support multiple team members and/or managing complex scheduling and reporting responsibilities is preferred.

Travel: This position may require occasional business travel.

• Is team-oriented with a service mindset, willing to play a support role to advance the Foundation’s mission and the work of colleagues.

• Prioritizes and multi-tasks effectively using strong organizational skills with excessive attention to detail.

• Has strong ability to manage data, track project outcomes, and ensure accuracy in documentation, reporting, and communications.

• Is known for reliability and follow-through in managing project details.

• Has excellent communication skills, including well-developed interpersonal, written, and listening skills.

• Is committed to ongoing reflection, learning, and growing.

• Is proactive by anticipating and meeting demands with flexibility and good humor while supporting a dynamic team; maintaining composure under pressure and navigating uncertainty with confidence. 

• Has a passion for advancing equitable and transformative solutions for communities served by the Foundation.

• Possesses a passion for “doing what is right,” with unquestioned integrity, positive ethics, and values reflective of the Kauffman Foundation.

• Possesses computer literacy skills, including proficiency with Microsoft tools, Box, Slack, and social media.

All of the statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This document describes the position currently available.  The organization reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

The EMKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected category under applicable law.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants can apply for this position by submitting a cover letter and resume. Job posting will be removed at 5:00 pm CT on October 23, 2025.

Please note that this role is Kansas City, MO based and associates must reside in the Kansas City metropolitan area.