The University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF) is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that raises philanthropic funds to support the university’s students, faculty, programs, and facilities. As a separate nonprofit entity, UMAF is dedicated to fostering the university’s mission and aspirations. By connecting donors with various university components, including schools, programs, faculty, and students, UMAF facilitates meaningful opportunities that align with both the university’s objectives and donors’ personal goals.

The Opportunity

UMAF is seeking a talented board professional to be its first Executive Director of Board Relations and Volunteer Engagement.

Serving as the lead Foundation representative to advisory Boards, the Executive Director will be a highly collaborative partner who is organized and adept at networking and building relationships. As they develop and implement strategies to elevate the Foundation’s volunteer ecosystem, the Executive Director will collaborate with academic leaders and partners across the University.

This is a phenomenal opportunity to shape the Foundation’s Board governance and volunteer engagement strategy in support of philanthropy that advances the UMAF mission.