Strategic Leader, Gift & Fund Administration

University of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. seeks a Director of Fund Administration for UT Knoxville to lead gift agreement and fund establishment lifecycles, ensuring alignment with donor intent and policy standards.

Responsibilities include setting strategy, managing risk, and directing end-to-end lifecycle activities from intake through fund creation, with supervision of fund administration staff and cross-institutional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Advancement Services, Gift Administration, Fund Administration, or related field.
• 2 years of supervisory experience (interns, students, volunteers possible).
• Master's degree preferred with 8+ years experience preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Set strategy, policy, and service standards for gift agreements and fund establishment lifecycles.
• Direct internal and campus review of gift agreements and escalation for complex donor terms.
• Lead governance, risk management, and compliance across the fund administration function.
• Supervise fund administration staff and oversee end-to-end creation of endowed and non-endowed funds.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Policy development

Risk management

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. seeks a Director of Fund Administration for UT Knoxville to lead gift agreement and fund establishment lifecycles, ensuring alignment with donor intent and policy standards.

Responsibilities include setting strategy, managing risk, and directing end-to-end lifecycle activities from intake through fund creation, with supervision of fund administration staff and cross-institutional collaboration.