Investment Operations and Administration Manager

National Christian Foundation; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Christian Foundation in Atlanta, GA, seeks an Investment Operations and Administration Manager to optimize the Investments function. This role involves collaborating with leadership to implement strategic initiatives, manage operational workflows, and enhance communication between stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in finance and at least 6 years of experience in consulting or financial services. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential. This position is hybrid, combining remote and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years’ experience in consulting or financial services.
• Experience in investment management is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and improve operational workflows with CIO.
• Support strategic initiatives for the Investments team.
• Manage communication between internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Advanced degree or professional certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Position Overview

The Investment Operations and Administration Manager will serve as a key partner and operational leader within the Investments team, helping to ensure the investments function operates efficiently and effectively. This role will help streamline and manage priorities, drive critical initiatives, identify and implement operational enhancements and process improvements, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to advance the investment function’s goals.

This position is hybrid based out of our office in Alpharetta, GA.

Reports to: SVP, Investments

Management/Supervision: None

Duties And Responsibilities

Investment Operations & Administrative Management

• Partners with the CIO and Investments leadership to organize, prioritize, and advance key initiatives and operational objectives
• Owns the coordination of leadership workflow for the CIO’s office, including agendas, briefing materials, follow‑ups, and tracking of action items to ensure progress and accountability
• Creates and maintains executive leadership reports, communications, presentations, as well as reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinates and oversees work efforts with external, third‑party vendors and collaborators for efficiency, timeliness, and effective partnership
• Maintains and continuously improves documentation, policies, procedures, and compliance‑related processes
• Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance and drive efficiencies across the investments platform
• Supports budgeting, planning, and other administrative functions as needed
• Partners with colleagues to streamline scheduling of thought‑leadership sessions, travel, and meeting logistics

Project & Strategic Initiatives

• Leads and/or supports initiatives that advance the Investment team’s strategic goals and operational priorities
• Partners with senior leadership to translate strategic priorities and objectives into actionable work plans, establish timelines, and track progress to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved
• Collaborates with other departments (legal, finance, donor relations, etc.) to ensure alignment, operational readiness, and effective execution
• Manages operational work efforts of new and existing investment vehicles to ensure compliance, risk mitigation and drive efficiency and scalability across the investments platform
• Conducts research, analysis, and preparation for meetings, conferences, and external engagements

Liaison & Communication

• Serves as central coordination point for the Investment Team with internal stakeholders ensuring accurate and timely information flow to support decision‑making and strategy development
• Helps translate strategic vision into structured operational plans and initiatives across the investment organization
• Represents the CIO and Investments Team in select meetings, ensuring consistent messaging and follow‑through on commitments
• Conducts research, analyses, and prepares executive‑ready strategic briefs to support long‑term planning and operational decisions

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists with projects and ad hoc requests as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and have reliable attendance. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Christ Centered

• Profession that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior and a growing, committed relationship with Jesus Christ
• Dedication to biblical Christianity and a lifestyle that is consistent with the teachings of Jesus and the Bible
• Agreement, support, and alignment of NCF’s Statement of Faith, mission, vision, and values
• Demonstrates the values of faithfulness, love, and service
• Passion for mission‑driven investing and the role of philanthropy in capital markets

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance or a related field
• Advanced degree or professional certification is preferred

Experience

• A minimum of 6+ years’ experience in consulting, program management, or financial services, with exposure to both operations and strategy
• Experience or strong interest in investment management
• A proven track record of translating high‑level vision into actionable work plans and tracking milestones for a leadership team
• Experience in preparing client‑ready materials; excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills a must
• Proven ability to manage multiple high‑priority projects and deadlines
• Strong relationship management skills; ability to influence and collaborate across teams without direct authority

Knowledge Base

• Computer skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Proven aptitude for “real time” problem diagnosis and solving
• Some working knowledge of charitable, non‑profit, foundation, and/or donor related subject matters
• Strong sense of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
• Able to perform duties independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment

Competencies

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in order to perform duties with a high level of accuracy
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
• Knowledge of problem solving
• Takes personal initiative
• Able to exercise good judgment
• Analysis – Solve Problems; Analyzes Issues; Integrates Key Analyses
• Builds Relationships – Individually; Within business unit; Organization Wide
• Giver Focus – Meets Giver Requirements; Anticipates Giver Needs
• Maintains sensitive and confidential information as well as business, donor and affiliate confidential matters
• Is ethical, tactful, and courteous in dealing with all employees and vendors