Data Associate

National Golf Foundation, Inc. • Part-time • Remote (United States) • $16 - $20 / hour • 3d ago

About the Position

This role will support the development and ongoing maintenance of NGF’s Database, which together tracks golf facilities and golf businesses in over 200 countries. This position is vital to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of NGF’s supply-side data and activity, with a strong emphasis on investigative research, relationship development, and precise data entry. Specifically, this position will focus on golf courses, ranges, retailers, simulators, and other golf-related businesses.

About the Organization

At its core, the National Golf Foundation (NGF) is a not-for-profit trade association that represents the commercial interests of the golf industry. We are committed to empowering our members with unparalleled solutions and insights to drive informed decision-making and are trusted by the biggest businesses and organizations in golf as the foremost provider of accurate and objective measures of the game’s vitality. Golf businesses from every sector rely on NGF data and research to enhance their business context and deliver winning strategies.

Key Responsibilities

As Database Associate, you’ll be expected to: (In Priority Order)

Verification of existing data and collection of new data for NGF database assets through email, internet research, media and social media sources and direct contact
Perform data entry of new data and update existing data for NGF database assets
Research and verify suspected golf facility closures and other facility changes
Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, architects, builders, golf associations, etc.
Assist with departmental projects as needed using Access to query the database, Excel and Power Point for reporting

Recommended Qualifications (Education & Skills):

B.S. degree preferred
1–2 years of experience in data collection, maintenance, or research
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Multilingual capabilities a plus
Investigative mindset with strong attention to detail
Comfortable with relationship-building across cultures and time zones
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access); experience with iMIS or similar CRM/database platforms is a plus
Experience or familiarity with AI tools or platforms is a plus

NGF values soft skills too. The ideal candidate:

Is detail-oriented and enjoys problem-solving
Has curiosity and persistence in pursuing leads and uncovering facts
Is organized and methodical with strong follow-up habits
Has an interest in golf and/or international business
Works well both independently and as part of a team
Adapts to evolving tasks and shifting priorities

Relationships

Reports to: Database Verification Manager
Interacts with: NGF research and membership teams, golf industry vendors, and international contacts

To apply, submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications to hr@ngf.org. Please include Database Associate in the subject line of your email. Visit www.ngf.org for a better understanding of the organization.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

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