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Director, Talent

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Position Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Location: Fully remote, with a preference for candidates within commuting distance to NFF’s New York, Philadelphia, or Boston offices. Fully remote locations, including Los Angeles and Oakland, will also be considered. 

Department: Talent

 

About Nonprofit Finance Fund:  

For over 40 years, Nonprofit Finance Fund has provided these nonprofits and their leaders with capital, consulting, and thought leadership. As a community development finance institution (CDFI), we work with nonprofits, partners, and systems to build racial equity and community wealth and well-being. Our vision is a world of equitable prosperity, where communities of color and other systematically excluded communities have the capital, community assets, knowledge, and agency to thrive. You can learn more about our work to achieve that vision by reading our Strategic Plan for 2024-2026, our commitment to racial equity, and our Theory of Change. 

None of this work would be possible without the incredible people who work here. Our team consists of a diverse group of passionate professionals who care deeply about racial equity and community wealth and well-being. You can read more about what it’s like to work here – and read a few examples of “a day in the life” for NFF staff” – on the careers page of our website.

 

About the Opportunity:  

NFF is seeking a Director, Talent to lead and execute our recruitment and hiring strategies. As a CDFI and consulting nonprofit managing $400 million in financing assets, primarily through loans to nonprofits in education, healthcare, human services, and housing, we require a dynamic leader to guide & execute our talent acquisition efforts. While recruitment is the primary focus of this role, this position will also support other employee engagement and talent projects that support NFF’s talent lifecycle. 

The Director will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Talent team, and hiring managers across NFF to develop and manage a standardized recruitment process that aligns with our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The position can be based remotely, with a preference for candidates near our New York, Philadelphia, or Boston offices. Occasional travel may be required for all-staff meetings and department retreats. 

The Director, Talent will report to the Chief Operating Officer who is based in New York. 

 

What you’ll do: 

 

Talent Vision & Strategy 

  • Develop and implement a talent acquisition strategy aligned with NFF’s values and growth objectives. 
  • Oversee talent acquisition programs, practices, and policies to ensure alignment with DEIB practices. 
  • Provide data-driven insights to senior leadership to support informed decision-making. 
  • Define and track key recruitment metrics to measure effectiveness. 
  • Conduct sector research to inform recruitment strategies. 
  • Develop partnerships with vendors, partners, and prospective employees to maximize organizational value. 
  • Engage in self-directed learning through reputable online content, conferences, and some in person events in order to stay current in the field and regarding Talent trends & practices overall. 
  • Identify opportunities to optimize recruitment technologies and systems for efficiency and user experience. 

Talent Recruitment and Selection 

  • Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, including resume screening, interviews, and offer processes, ensuring compliance with applicable laws. 
  • Design structured recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate questions, and work samples, aligned with business needs. 
  • Support hiring managers with NFF’s selection processes, leveraging the Greenhouse recruitment platform. 
  • Actively recruit and source candidates to build a strong, diverse talent pipeline. 
  • Build strong relationships with hiring managers, providing consistent communication and support throughout the hiring process. 
  • Ensure a positive candidate experience by collecting feedback and utilizing data to continuously improve the process. 

Culture-Building & Employee Experience 

  • Lead and collaborate on culture-building and employee experience initiatives, including retention strategies, as a member of the Talent team.

 

Who You Are: 

  • You have a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in talent acquisition. 
  • You possess expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint and are comfortable gathering, synthesizing, and reporting Talent data. 
  • You are highly collaborative, with experience leading strategies & initiatives across various stakeholders. 
  • You are an experienced facilitator, skilled in managing multiple stakeholders at various levels of leadership to gain trust and buy-in. 
  • You excel in relationship-building, with a focus on centering the needs of employees and candidates. 
  • You are a highly effective project manager, adept at handling multiple initiatives and translating complex data into clear insights. 
  • You demonstrate strong problem-solving and analysis skills, anticipating challenges, identifying issues, and implementing effective solutions. 
  • You have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • You are committed to reflection and continuous improvement in your practice and leadership. 
  • You understand Talent & HR technology and can enhance workflows and systems for efficiency and improved candidate and hiring manager experiences. 
  • You have a proven track record of developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies aligned with DEIB principles. 
  • You maintain a high level of integrity and handle sensitive information confidentially. 
  • You are flexible, adaptable, and capable of pivoting quickly to meet organizational needs. 
  • You embody NFF’s mission, core values and commitment to equity. 

 

Compensation:  

At NFF, we are committed to discussing the depth and breadth of your background and experience during the interview process. We use this information to determine the best offer, ensuring consideration of internal pay equity. The salary range for this position is $122,900-126,500, with final compensation based on relevant skills and experience. NFF offers a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 18 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, unlimited vacation time, health insurance with an NFF-funded health reimbursement account, and employer non-match & match contributions toward a retirement plan, professional development & education fund programs. Additionally, the NFF team is remote with at-will access to offices NFF offices in five (5) cities, access to a ‘work from home’ fund, and flexible spending accounts for medical, commuter, and childcare expenses.

 

Please Note: 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not currently sponsor for immigration or work permit applications. 

All salaries are commensurate with experience and include an attractive benefits package. 

Nonprofit Finance Fund is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce. We encourage candidates that will help us live out this commitment to apply. 

NFF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, NFF complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. NFF also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance and/or accommodation to use our online tools to search and/or apply for jobs, please contact recruitment@nff.org. We would be happy to work with you. 

This job posting provides a general list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required for this position. It does not represent a contract for employment and NFF reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without notice. 

When applying, please DO NOT include any of the following information with your job application: Social Security number; driver's license number or state-issued identification card number; financial account number, or credit or debit card number. 

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