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GRANTS MANAGER The William J. and Dorothy K. O’Neill Foundation is seeking a Grants Manager to coordinate and maintain all of our grantmaking administration processes, systems and data. This key role will be the technical point of contact for grant applicants and recipients; staff and members of the O’Neill family. In partnership with the staff team, the position will support and enhance the Foundation’s grantmaking through the management of day-to-day grantmaking operations using Foundant – the Foundation’s online grants management system. The position is part time 24-30 hours per week. Additional hours may be required during peak grant cycle periods. The position can be remote from your location or on-site in Cleveland, Ohio. If remote, must be able to travel to in-person meetings in Cleveland a minimum of 4 times per year (usually 2-3 days). Professional Development opportunities provided which may also require travel to 1-2 conferences per year. Specific responsibilities include: Be the expert in our organization for all things related to our on-line grants management system. This includes keeping up to date on system enhancements and improvements; participating in all training provided by the vendor and be the key point of contact with vendor. Manage and organize information and data from the grants process. Propose and design mechanisms to facilitate and improve staff and family member access to information and data. Respond to e-mail inquiries pertaining to the grants process and provide technical assistance to grant applicants. Compile and help analyze data from grantee reports and grant applications. Generate grant-related reports as needed by staff and O’Neill family members. Provide technical assistance for grant review meetings including accessing data, assembling materials, and coordinating the completion of materials from those meetings. Support and improve the effectiveness of the Foundation’s grantmaking operations via process improvements. Maintain grant records and files that adhere to legal, auditing and foundation requirements. Provide progress reports on the status of the grants process and grant activities based on predetermined schedules and timelines. Ensure integrity and quality of grant data. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience OR at least five years of related experience in the nonprofit sector, preferably in philanthropy.
Demonstrated experience with online grants management databases and data integrity; preferably with a grant making organization. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Power Point. Experience implementing systems and processes to increase organizational efficiency. Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communications skills, as well as a professional telephone manner. Knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software is a plus but not necessary. The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
Excited about grants management, data systems and problem solving Comfortable working alone, with a remote team and in group settings A strategic, analytic thinker and problem solver A diplomatic communicator who is comfortable working with diverse constituencies while maintaining a high-level of discretion and confidentiality A strong project manager with excellent organizations skills and the flexibility to manage shifting priorities and work in a self-directed fashion Committed to reflecting a broad knowledge of the Foundation’s programs, practices, policies, and procedures Comfortable taking initiative, working alone while being a contributing team member Able to maintain the integrity of grants data: entering correct and complete data in grants database, helping to ensure and maintain accuracy of records; track and record changes to contacts and other organization info Engage in initiatives that foster team collaboration, including meetings, trainings, retreats, and special projects
To Apply Email a one-page cover letter and a resume explaining your interest and how your skills and work experience fit the position to Leslie Perkul (
[email protected]). No phone inquiries, please.
