Associate Director of Development, Donor Relations

Mass General Brigham

. Oversee the Donor Relations team’s philanthropic compliance work and financial stewardship reporting .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeSomerville • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial stewardship, compliance, and donor relations management, with a strong focus on data integrity and process improvement. Proficient in developing metrics and producing financial reports to enhance stewardship practices and support organizational goals.

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Financial StewardshipDonor Relations ManagementData Integrity ManagementProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingFund AdministrationData AnalysisMetrics DevelopmentAuditingProblem SolvingAttention to DetailCompliance MonitoringStewardship PracticesFund Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementAdaptabilityCreativityProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

Blackbaud CRMOvrtureMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookZoomMicrosoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Philanthropic ComplianceFinancial Stewardship ReportingDonor IntentFund ExpendituresStakeholder Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the Donor Relations team’s philanthropic compliance work and financial stewardship reporting
Oversee fund administration and financial stewardship as the primary point of contact for fund-related inquiries, data requests, and reporting
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of fund data in collaboration with systems teams
Drive process improvements across financial reporting, compliance, and fund management
Monitor fund terms, expenditures, and eligibility for stewardship to ensure funds are used appropriately and according to donor intent
Manage donor financial reports, support special projects, and resolve complex issues with MGB Finance and other stakeholders
Educate colleagues and donors and provide high-quality service
Develop metrics to strengthen stewardship practices
Manage inbound fund requests and inquiries and coordinate fund data, list, and report requests
Partner with the Information Systems Management team to ensure data integrity and manage donor database uploads
Collaborate with Finance, administrators, leadership, fundraisers, donor relations colleagues, and the Office of General Counsel
Track and audit fund terms, maturities, and expenditures; recommend funds for inclusion in or removal from stewardship
Assist with auditing reinvesting endowments, reviewing gifts in the Development Office Suspense Fund, and compiling financial information for gift proposals
Produce formal and bespoke financial reports using Ovrture and research complex funds, gifts, and expenditures
Lead presentations, workshops, and communications on financial topics
Develop stewardship metrics with the Director
Contribute to positive office morale

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
5-7 years of related experience
Organizational, time management and project management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Adaptability and flexibility in times of shifting priorities
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse audiences
Creativity and high levels of energy and enthusiasm
Commitment to adopting best practices and maximizing efficiency
Command of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Competency using videoconferencing platforms; Zoom and Microsoft Teams preferred
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Professionalism and a strong work ethic
Awareness of personal work styles in self and others
Inclination to build relationships with people inside and outside of the organization
Sound and thoughtful judgement and care in dealing with confidential information
Proficiency with Blackbaud CRM or similar CRM fundraising database
Familiarity with Ovrture, or a similar digital reporting platform, a plus
Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter detailing applicable experience and accomplishments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits
Hybrid flexible work schedule
Professional development opportunities, including internal volunteer or job shadowing roles when appropriate
Competitive base pay
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities