About John P. & Anne Welsh McNulty Foundation
The McNulty Foundation is a private family foundation established in 1985. Through its signature program, the McNulty Prize, and other grant programs focused on leadership development, the foundation inspires, develops, and drives leaders to solve the most critical challenges of our time.
Founded by John and Anne, our Foundation's values are informed by both families’ experiences as Irish immigrants welcomed by America and grounded in our belief in the value of education and the importance of opportunity.
We believe in a few fundamental human desires: to live meaningful lives, to build better ones for our children, and to have a stake in our futures and communities. We all have a capacity for resourcefulness, engagement, and self-improvement.
We recognize the central role individual leadership plays in effecting change and enabling people to take control of their future and reach their potential. We believe that the skills leadership requires can be reinforced and to a great degree, taught and learned. Resilience, resourcefulness, curiosity, and expertise rooted in local experience—much of these can be cultivated, and we are dedicated to supporting leaders as they rise to the top of their abilities. Our impact areas include:
- Supporting professionals who are proven leaders, enabling them to reach and impact more lives, and inspiring others to follow their model through the McNultyPrize.
- Academic partnerships incubating leadership in students and individuals with great potential to change themselves and change the world.
We Believe
- Leadership is vital to long-term social change.
- One person’s leadership can have a multiplier effect on individuals and communities.
- Leadership can be learned through education and experiences that push individuals to understand and expand their abilities.
- Women should be encouraged, challenged, and mentored to reach their full potential.
- Sustainable change only happens when individuals have the autonomy and agency to shape their own lives for the better.
- Individuals with local expertise are better equipped to respond to the social, cultural, political, and economic context in which they work.
How We Work
- We communicate what’s possible through storytelling. We amplify the reach of those we support, positioning our leaders and partners for greater success.
- We thoughtfully and actively engage with our partners in a way that is deliberate, collaborative, and facilitates excellence.
- We build strong relationships with individuals we believe in and create opportunities for them to convene, reflect, and support each other’s work.
Learn more about the McNulty Foundation at https://mcnultyfound.org/.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Operations Manager has primary responsibility for the coordination and management of the Foundation’s core systems, including the McNulty Prize process, the grants management system (Temelio), financial transaction processing, Quickbooks bookkeeping, and maintaining the Foundation's databases of charitable funds, organizations, and individuals. The Operations Manager will work in close partnership with the Executive Director and the Program Director to carry out and manage the operational functions across the foundation’s activities.
As a member of a small team, in which each team member has multiple roles, and the Operations Manager will also support certain office management and administrative responsibilities. The accuracy, efficiency, team orientation, and, most of all, the integrity of this individual are key to the Foundation’s continued growth and positive impact.
Primary responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but are not limited to:
Grants Lifecycle Support
- Manage the processing of grants and contributions, including but not limited to coordinating with grantees and fiscal sponsors, monitoring agreement terms and deadlines, tracking key data and reporting metrics, and anticipating and executing upcoming payments.
- Maintain and update the grants management system, including continuous improvement and implementation of best practices and industry-wide standards.
- Support grantmaking workflow processes, including updating forms, templates, agreements, and reports such as annual ledgers.
- Support year-end documentation including 990 reporting for the Foundation.
McNulty Prize & Programs
- Work closely with the Program Director to support the fulfillment of the administration of the Prize and Catalyst Fund cycles from application to awarding, including managing the application and review process portals and systems.
- Oversee Temelio-based communication with applicants and stakeholders, including drafting status update emails, and system-generated correspondence to reviewers.
Bookkeeping & Administration
- Lead weekly Operations & Administrative meetings.
- Collaborate with Executive Director to monitor budgets and expenditures.
- Support office administration including information technology, knowledge management, facilities, and supplies.
- Maintain and improve knowledge management systems and administrative accounts, including Google email and drive administration, Box account and organization, account and password management.
- Manage and maintain databases of accounts, vendors, and tax documents.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, as requested.
- Participate in convenings, webinars, and other resources to integrate best practices and learnings into Foundation operations and administration.
- Support the organization of assets, particularly by organizing, preserving, tracking, and maintaining assets across various platforms (Box, Google, Temelio, YouTube, etc.).
- Co-manage interns, when applicable.
Events
- Assist with planning, organizing, and delivery of events including panels, workshops, seminars, or receptions.
- Manage and maintain contact lists for invitations.
- Assist with logistics and vendor management, venues, and print management of materials.
- Serve as on-site or remote support, and carry out other duties and projects, as needed.
- Manage logistics and prepare materials for meetings, travel, and events.
- Attending key partner events and meetings as needed.
Candidate Profile
We recognize that there is a spectrum of lived and professional experience that will set candidates up for success in this role. While no one candidate will have every experience outlined in the position description, ideal candidates will display the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Build & Improve Systems
- Turn program and finance needs into clear workflows across Temelio, QuickBooks, and everyday tools.
- Keep simple checklists/templates so work is consistent and on time.
- Make small, steady tweaks based on feedback and best practices.
Details & Diligence
- Keep clear, audit-ready records that maintain operational excellence.
- Track agreements, deadlines, and reports (including 990 support).
- Protect data privacy and follow consistent controls across Google/Box/GMS.
Tech-Savvy & Resourceful
- Administer tools like Temelio, Google Workspace, and Box; set up small automations.
- Troubleshoot day-to-day issues and coordinate with vendors, when needed.
- Learn new tools quickly and connect them to workflow improvements.
Clear & Thoughtful Communicator
- Write straightforward updates and instructions for applicants, grantees, reviewers, and vendors.
- Set expectations, close loops, and make complex steps easy to follow.
- Represent the Foundation professionally and warmly.
Collaborative & Trustworthy
- Jump in on both big projects and day-to-day tasks to keep the team moving.
- Handle confidential information with care and follow through on commitments.
- Anticipate needs, surface risks early, and show up during events and peak cycles.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $120,000 – 140,000 with a generous benefits package.
Contact
DSG | Koya has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Molly Brennan and Turner Delano. Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
DSG | Koya is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance expressing interest online, please email [email protected]. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
McNulty Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.