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Grants Management Associate, The Kresge Foundation
ABFE, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Grants Management Associate, The Kresge Foundation
Organization Overview
The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American cities. With an endowment of approximately $4 billion and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district. Job Description
The Grants Management Associate works externally with applicants and grantees and internally with program, finance, social investments, and legal staff in support of the grant making process. The Grants Management Associate ensures compliance and shares data to inform the strategic decision making to support organizational learning. This role allows for collaboration and partnership across the organization. This role is responsible for reviewing all components of grants and program-related investments in the Foundation’s grants management system. Responsibilities
Applies an understanding of IRS and foundation-specific regulations, capability to read nonprofit organization financial reports, nonprofit law and concepts of program related investments. Applies concepts of financing, and familiarity with foundation structure and history. Provides systems and process training and operational support to programs as a partner to and member of their program teams. Advises teams on issues of compliance. Collects and shares grant and program-related investment data to foster continuous learning and improvement. Monitors and ensures that grants and program-related investments move expeditiously through the automated review process in the grants management system, focusing on high-quality, timely and consistent due diligence. Supports foundation grantees and investees in the navigation of foundation systems used for application, approval, reporting and the disbursement of funds. Works with organizations to ensure compliance with foundation reporting and other requirements. Works with Program and Social Investment staff members to ensure required documentation is in the grants management system and closes out grants and program-related investments. Coordinates with Managing Directors and Program Team Assistants to ensure proper communication and correspondence with applicants and grantees/program investees. Supports the final production of the grant and program-related investment materials for the monthly grant docket and the quarterly Board book. Conducts monthly audits to ensure accurate program coding, budget allocation, payments, reporting requirements, compliance efforts and adherence to policies and requirements. The ability to use statistical methods to analyze grant data and generate dashboards and reports using the grants management system and or secondary platforms. Builds strong relationships within and across teams. Attends appropriate Program and Social Investments meetings and engages with the teams in a collaborative and constructive manner on an ongoing basis. Performs other duties as assigned. Strong commitment to the Foundation's vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least five to seven years of work experience in an office environment, working independently and managing detailed information on specific deadlines and with others in teams required. Excellent computer skills, including proficient to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint and intermediate to advanced knowledge of and experience with a grants management system preferred. Proven process management, operation, organization, and time management skills; strict attention to detail. Adept at prioritizing and handling multiple complex assignments and setting and meeting competing deadlines with an orientation towards results and resolution. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed team environment. Demonstrated comfort with ambiguity. Demonstrated ability to problem solve and suggest new processes to improve internal and external customer responsiveness. Excellent customer service skills required. Salary & Benefits
This position is full-time. The starting salary for this position begins at $80,457.00 per year. Individual offers will be based on the candidate's years of experience and our practice of upholding salary equity within the foundation. Some of the benefits include: Health, dental, vision and life insurance Paid time off Half day Fridays 401k with employer matching Tuition reimbursement Life, accident and disability insurance Comprehensive relocation package for qualified candidates How to Apply
The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 4, 2025. Please attach a cover letter for consideration for this position. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. This position is located in Troy, Michigan and currently has a hybrid schedule. Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard in-office days, however, there may be times when you will have to adjust the days based on work needs. This position requires occasional travel for foundation activities, events and professional development activities. Equal Opportunity Hiring Statement
Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Kresge Foundation participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
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Organization Overview
The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private philanthropic foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American cities. With an endowment of approximately $4 billion and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district. Job Description
The Grants Management Associate works externally with applicants and grantees and internally with program, finance, social investments, and legal staff in support of the grant making process. The Grants Management Associate ensures compliance and shares data to inform the strategic decision making to support organizational learning. This role allows for collaboration and partnership across the organization. This role is responsible for reviewing all components of grants and program-related investments in the Foundation’s grants management system. Responsibilities
Applies an understanding of IRS and foundation-specific regulations, capability to read nonprofit organization financial reports, nonprofit law and concepts of program related investments. Applies concepts of financing, and familiarity with foundation structure and history. Provides systems and process training and operational support to programs as a partner to and member of their program teams. Advises teams on issues of compliance. Collects and shares grant and program-related investment data to foster continuous learning and improvement. Monitors and ensures that grants and program-related investments move expeditiously through the automated review process in the grants management system, focusing on high-quality, timely and consistent due diligence. Supports foundation grantees and investees in the navigation of foundation systems used for application, approval, reporting and the disbursement of funds. Works with organizations to ensure compliance with foundation reporting and other requirements. Works with Program and Social Investment staff members to ensure required documentation is in the grants management system and closes out grants and program-related investments. Coordinates with Managing Directors and Program Team Assistants to ensure proper communication and correspondence with applicants and grantees/program investees. Supports the final production of the grant and program-related investment materials for the monthly grant docket and the quarterly Board book. Conducts monthly audits to ensure accurate program coding, budget allocation, payments, reporting requirements, compliance efforts and adherence to policies and requirements. The ability to use statistical methods to analyze grant data and generate dashboards and reports using the grants management system and or secondary platforms. Builds strong relationships within and across teams. Attends appropriate Program and Social Investments meetings and engages with the teams in a collaborative and constructive manner on an ongoing basis. Performs other duties as assigned. Strong commitment to the Foundation's vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least five to seven years of work experience in an office environment, working independently and managing detailed information on specific deadlines and with others in teams required. Excellent computer skills, including proficient to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint and intermediate to advanced knowledge of and experience with a grants management system preferred. Proven process management, operation, organization, and time management skills; strict attention to detail. Adept at prioritizing and handling multiple complex assignments and setting and meeting competing deadlines with an orientation towards results and resolution. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed team environment. Demonstrated comfort with ambiguity. Demonstrated ability to problem solve and suggest new processes to improve internal and external customer responsiveness. Excellent customer service skills required. Salary & Benefits
This position is full-time. The starting salary for this position begins at $80,457.00 per year. Individual offers will be based on the candidate's years of experience and our practice of upholding salary equity within the foundation. Some of the benefits include: Health, dental, vision and life insurance Paid time off Half day Fridays 401k with employer matching Tuition reimbursement Life, accident and disability insurance Comprehensive relocation package for qualified candidates How to Apply
The application deadline for this position is Midnight EST on March 4, 2025. Please attach a cover letter for consideration for this position. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. This position is located in Troy, Michigan and currently has a hybrid schedule. Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard in-office days, however, there may be times when you will have to adjust the days based on work needs. This position requires occasional travel for foundation activities, events and professional development activities. Equal Opportunity Hiring Statement
Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Kresge Foundation participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
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