Finance and Administrative Manager

Skills

About the Role

You will manage program operations, finances, budgets, events, records, communications, staffing logistics, and facilities. You will support fundraising and partnerships, prepare reports and proposals, lead digital media and communication platforms, coordinate visiting fellows, and maintain administrative systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in financial administration, budgeting, event planning, and program or project management
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information
• Writing, editing, proofreading, and interpersonal communication skills
• Writing, graphic design, and social media skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Paperless Post, Canva, and MailChimp

Responsibilities

• Manage program operations, financial administration, and budget preparation, tracking, and forecasting
• Maintain records and reconcile and process expenses
• Develop and implement administrative systems
• Plan and oversee program initiatives and events
• Serve as an administrative contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Support partnerships and fundraising efforts
• Conduct program evaluation, metrics analysis, and administrative research
• Write and edit reports, newsletters, and research proposals
• Lead digital media strategy and content
• Manage hiring, onboarding, staff appointments, and employee logistics
• Manage the visiting fellows program, offices, facilities, and library initiative

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks