Key Responsibilities
Special Projects Leadership
· Lead end‑to‑end execution of complex philanthropic special projects, from problem definition through analysis, execution, and delivery.
· Manage projects involving strategic planning, operational assessments, financial modeling, and program evaluation.
· Structure ambiguous or evolving initiatives into clear workplans, timelines, and deliverables.
Strategic & Financial Analysis
· Build and oversee sophisticated financial models, projections, and scenarios to support decision‑making.
· Conduct in‑depth analysis, research, and due diligence related to philanthropic strategies, grantmaking structures, and operating models.
· Translate complex analysis into clear, decision‑ready materials for senior stakeholders.
Client & Stakeholder Support
· Serve as a key contributor to high‑profile client initiatives, supporting senior leadership with insights and recommendations.
· Partner with internal teams across Philanthropies, Finance, Accounting, and Operations to execute cross‑functional projects.
· Support initiatives such as partner or grantee evaluations, infrastructure assessments, and capacity‑building efforts.
Process Improvement & Execution Excellence
· Identify opportunities to improve how special projects are scoped, executed, and delivered.
· Develop repeatable frameworks, templates, and best practices to support future special projects.
· Ensure high standards of quality, accuracy, and timeliness across all deliverables.
Qualifications
Education
· Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field preferred.
Experience
· 8–10+ years of progressive experience in philanthropy, nonprofit operations, finance, strategy, or management consulting.
· Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional projects and delivering strategic analysis.
· Exposure to philanthropic organizations, foundations, or nonprofit advisory work strongly preferred.
The base salary range for this position is:
Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits as well as the potential for an annual bonus consideration.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 8-10+ years of progressive experience in philanthropy, nonprofit operations, finance, strategy, or management consulting
- Experience leading complex, cross-functional projects and delivering strategic analysis
- Exposure to philanthropic organizations, foundations, or nonprofit advisory work
What We Do
Geller provides financial services and strategic advisory to private companies and not-for-profit organizations. Geller was established in 1984. Since this time, we have continued to advance our infrastructure and in-house capabilities to support our clients’ exceptional visions—from scaling businesses to championing philanthropic endeavors.
