Grant Officer Ll
CurrentThe Grants Officer will be a critical member of the Program Team, reporting directly to the Director ofPrograms. The Grants Officer works across all program areas, including collaborating with finance and ITto ensure effective and efficient grantmaking processes. The Grants Officer will also serve as the systemadministrator for the Foundation’s grants management database and as the project lead for systemmigrations.RESPONSIBLIITIES:Grant Management• Maintain working knowledge of the Foundation’s programs and priority funding areas andremain abreast of current research, activities, and trends in the philanthropic sector.• Maintain regular communication with other Foundation professionals through PeakGrantmaking, Grantmakers for Effective Organizations, Council on Foundations, and/or othersuch networks in the philanthropic space.• Monitor grants for legal, financial, and program compliance including but not limited to ensuringthat grant requirements are correctly documented in the grant files and database.• Monitor and document the grantmaking workflow processes, forms, templates, reports anddata to assure full compliance with internal controls and legal requirements.• Generate reports and data analysis for program and finance team or board.• Problem-solve complex grant scenarios; consult/liaise with finance and/or legal counsel.• Work with finance to generate reporting required for compliance and financial statement audits.• Partner with Director of Programs and Director of Finance to ensure accurate and adequatepaper and electronic document retention.
