The client is seeking a Director of Data Services to lead and develop the data function across all service lines in the business. This senior leadership role involves ensuring data quality, consistency, and credibility within the clients fundraising programs while building scalable systems to minimize risks and enhance advanced analytics capabilities. The challenge is to address issues such as inconsistent client data intake, quality control problems, fragmented reporting, and a heavy reliance on legacy processes. The ideal candidate should be an experienced data leader with strong technical expertise, particularly in direct response fundraising. They should have a clear vision for data quality and governance, be comfortable auditing and correcting existing systems, and be motivated to introduce structure in an entrepreneurial setting.