Senior Director, Fund Management
- Pay
- $130,945 – $189,869 per year
- Location
- Boston, MA (Main Campus) · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Executive
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 18 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Gift processing and compliance management
- Donor database management
- IRS regulations knowledge
- CASE guidelines knowledge
- Nonprofit accounting principles
- Gift acceptance and donor due diligence
- Compliance frameworks
- Cross-functional initiative management
- Risk management
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Leadership of multiple functional teams
Also useful
- Salesforce/CRM experience
- Higher education advancement experience
- Master's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Finance, or related field
About the role
About the Opportunity Job Summary The Senior Director of Fund Management is a senior leadership role responsible for the oversight and integration of gift processing, donor record management, fund management, and donor due diligence within Advancement Resources. Ensures the integrity, compliance, and strategic alignment of advancement operations to support institutional fundraising goals.
The Senior Director leads multiple functional teams and establishes policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to IRS regulations, CASE standards, donor intent, and university policies. Oversees donor due diligence and gift acceptance practices, assessing reputational, financial, and legal risk associated with philanthropic contributions.
The Senior Director partners closely with Advancement leadership, Finance, Legal, and Technology teams to ensure compliant, efficient, and scalable operations across the advancement enterprise.
Pay and benefits
Knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred (Business, Nonprofit Management, Finance, or related field) with 10+ years of progressive experience in advancement services, gift administration, fund management, or related field Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple functional teams Deep knowledge of fundraising operations, gift processing, and donor database management (Salesforce/CRM preferred) Strong understanding of IRS regulations, CASE guidelines, and nonprofit accounting principles Experience with gift acceptance policies, donor due diligence, and compliance frameworks in higher education or nonprofit environments Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives and institutional risk considerations Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong communication skills with the ability to advise senior leadership Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Leadership & Oversight of Gift Administration, Records & Fund Management Provide strategic oversight of gift processing, donor record management, and fund administration.
Ensure accurate fund setup and management in alignment with donor intent and institutional policies. Allocate resources and set priorities across teams to support efficient and compliant operations. Gift Processing & Compliance Management Ensure all gift transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with IRS regulations, CASE standards, and university policies.
Oversee complex gift handling and maintain policies and procedures that support audit readiness and regulatory compliance. Donor Due Diligence & Gift Acceptance Oversight Lead donor due diligence and gift acceptance processes to assess reputational, financial, and legal risk. Establish protocols for evaluating complex or high-risk gifts and partner with leadership, Legal, and Prospect Development on decision-making.
Data Integrity & Donor Record Management Oversee the accuracy and integrity of constituent records within the CRM. Implement constituent data governance standards, ensure proper record creation and maintenance, and support constituent data needs across advancement functions. Financial Integration, Reporting & Audit Readiness Oversee reconciliation between Advancement and Finance systems, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
Monitor gift feeds, resolve discrepancies, and support audit processes and reporting requirements. Operational Integration & Process Improvement Lead efforts to standardize and improve advancement operations, including process optimization, system enhancements, and integration across campuses or units.
Position Type Advancement Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
Compensation
Grade/Pay Type: 114S Expected Hiring Range: $130,945.00 - $189,868.75 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
From Northeastern's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 23, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Senior Director, Fund Management posting at Northeastern states compensation of $130,945 – $189,869 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Northeastern's official career site.
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This Senior Director, Fund Management position at Northeastern is located in Boston, MA (Main Campus) (On-site). Always check Northeastern's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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