Senior Manager, Philanthropies Special Projects

Geller & Co. · New York, New York, United States

$190K to $220K a year as published by the employer

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Summary

Lead end-to-end execution of complex philanthropic special projects, including strategic planning, financial modeling, and program evaluation.

About this role

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:

$190,000 - $220,000Base 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.

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About Geller & Co.

Geller & Company is a management consulting firm specializing in philanthropy and nonprofit strategy.

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