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The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment 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.

Position Overview

About the position

The Grants Manager is responsible for auditing all components of the grants and program-related investments in the Foundation’s grants management system, including budget allocation and payments, compliance, program and geographic coding, approval methods, agreements and write-ups. The Manager is responsible for curating the day-to-day grantmaking processes to ensure success metrics are met. The role shares information with internal partners and supports the training of foundation staff in grants management processes for efficient use of foundation resources. This position leads and manages the projects that support the grant making process; along with monitoring grant processes and activities for progress and completeness.

Primary responsibilities

1.     Manages and oversees compliance for grants and program related investments, payments and disbursement cycles.

2.     Supports the development and oversees standard terms and conditions for grant agreements.

3.     Creates program and management budgets and periodic financial ad hoc reports.

4.     Negotiates and facilitates sensitive issues in the grantmaking process.

5.     Ensures compliance with IRS regulations and foundation requirements for all grants and programs.

6.     Supports the preparation of grant related materials for the monthly docket as well as the Board book.

7.     Leads and manages all the team’s grant related projects and core activities; utilizing a robust project management system.

8.     Acts as a link between Grants Management and across the Foundation so that grant-related activities are smoothly implemented.

9.     Drafts and updates grant operations processes and procedures.

10.  Develops a standard project management methodology for the Grants Management team.

11.  Undertakes special projects as assigned or initiated.

12.  Performs other duties as assigned.

13.  Strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

 Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

·       Seven or more years of work experience in a progressive, mission-driven organization working independently and with others in teams.

·       Proven expertise in project management

·       Experience in grants management preferred.

·       Experience working in a grants management system.

·       Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work with other teams to negotiate and agree on effective solutions.

·       Strong project management knowledge base; ability to utilize and shape grant related projects and activities using the right methodology.

·       Proven ability to plan, motivate, manage and monitor progress of projects while keeping key partners informed.

·       Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.

·       Excellent computer skills including project management platforms, MS Word, Advanced MS Excel, MS Outlook.

·       Has an understanding of IRS and foundation-specific regulations, capability to read non-profit organization financial reports, nonprofit law and concepts of program related investments.

Application deadline for this position is September 20, 2020

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. 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.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Kresge staff are working remotely, and our Troy and Detroit offices remain closed until further notice. Kresge staff will not be traveling or attending in-person meetings during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

How To Apply

Click the link below to arrive:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=329974&source=CC2&lang=en_US

The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment 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.

About the position

The Grants Management Assistant provides administrative support for Grants Management. This position is primary responsible for the administrative duties and activities that support the overall grant making process within the Grants Management team.  This role requires highly professional, customer service skills and frequent interaction (verbal and written) with internal colleagues and external partners, applicants and grantees.  The role also provides administrative support to the Director and team. The role requires a commitment to producing high quality, timely deliverables within and across teams and departments; while possessing sound judgement and high attention to detail. The Assistant will need to have the ability to work independently and collaboratively while completing multiple tasks with competing deadlines and priorities.

Primary responsibilities

1.       Responsible for managing and maintaining the registration process, including updating applicant and grantee information and resolving duplications in the grants management system.

2.       Conducts document and data management; including and not limited to, supporting updates and revisions to internal processes, workflow and training documents.

3.       Provides technical assistance on the grants management system for grantees and applicants.

4.       Responsible for tracking and responding to inquiries in the team’s email box.

5.       Supports the Foundation’s conflict of interest and annual report processes.

6.       Schedules internal and external meetings – coordinates the logistics for video, phone or face-to-face meetings.

7.       Populates the Foundation’s annual grantmaking calendar and confirms appointments for the Director.

8.       Assists with managing department travel, preparing expense reports, tracking vendor contracts and related payments, and resolving discrepancies with Finance.

9.       Liaison for the team’s intranet page and supports the tracking of projects for the team.

10.     Performs other duties as assigned.

11.     Strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

 Qualifications

·       Associates Degree. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

·       Three years of work experience in a professional office environment, working independently and collaboratively in a matrixed team.

·       Must have proven experience handling inquiries and managing data integrity. Experience and knowledge of grants management systems (e.g. Fluxx, GIFTS, etc.) preferred.

·       Possess keen attention to detail and displays a strong commitment to accuracy.

·       Ability to handle multiple assignments with competing deadlines.

·       Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook).

·       Strong interpersonal and communications skills necessary to interact as a productive and supportive team member and with Foundation colleagues.

·       Strong follow-through skills with a willingness to learn new tasks.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proven experience successfully working with the general public.

·       Proven ability to maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

·       Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning.

·       Demonstrated ability to be a team player.

Application deadline for this position is September 20, 2020

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. 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.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Kresge staff are working remotely, and our Troy and Detroit offices remain closed until further notice. Kresge staff will not be traveling or attending in-person meetings during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

How To Apply

Click the link below to apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=329977&source=CC2&lang=en_US

The Organization

The Colorado Trust is a private, statewide philanthropic foundation based in Denver, Colorado.

Position Overview

The community organizer reports to and works closely with the community partner to engage a grassroots base of community leaders—namely, those directly impacted by health inequities—to collaborate with The Colorado Trust’s Community Partnerships efforts in Montbello (Denver). The community organizer will identify and mobilize local community members to identify meaningful opportunities to build power and leverage funding from The Colorado Trust to achieve health equity. Frequent travel and evening and weekend work required.

How To Apply

Learn more and apply at www.coloradotrust.org/careers.

The Organization

The Colorado Trust is a private, statewide philanthropic foundation based in Denver, Colorado.

Position Overview

The senior community organizer reports to and works closely with the community partner to engage a grassroots base of community leaders who are directly impacted by health inequities to collaborate with The Colorado Trust’s Community Partnerships efforts in northwest Aurora. The senior community organizer will identify and mobilize local community members to identify meaningful opportunities to build power and leverage investments from The Colorado Trust to achieve health equity. Responsibilities include engaging residents directly impacted by health inequities; developing the skills of resident leaders; supporting residents to plan, take action and build their long-term organizational structures; and coaching and mentoring other Colorado Trust community organizers in the region. Frequent travel; evening and weekend work are required.

How To Apply

Visit www.coloradotrust.org/careers to apply. Deadline is Sept. 7.

The Organization

SaverLife (formerly EARN) is a nonprofit on a mission — to inspire, inform, and reward the millions of Americans who need help saving money. Through engaging technologies and strategic partnerships, we give working people the methods and motivation to take control of their financial future.

As a purpose-driven nonprofit, SaverLife is uniquely positioned to lead systemic change. Through our engaging SaverLife platform, we provide prizes, rewards, expert resources, gamification, and other effective strategies proven to incentivize saving and spur new behavior. Through our integrated network of employers, financial institutions, nonprofits, and advocacy groups we advance aspirational savings programs, analytic insights, and policy initiatives dedicated to a more equitable America.

Position Overview

Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Policy and Systems Change will drive SaverLife’s efforts to transform
the American financial system by acting as the bridge between the priorities of SaverLife’s rapidly growing
membership (currently 375,000) and those in the seat of power. Responsibilities include:
Build SaverLife’s Systems Change Agenda (15%)

• Lead SaverLife’s development of a policy agenda by incorporating data, member priorities, funder, and partner input into an actionable framework.
• Continuously analyze and review state and federal policies that impact the economic opportunity of low-income Americans and identify opportunities for SaverLife to engage in effective change.
• Work with the CEO and the Strategic Philanthropy Manager to identify funding opportunities and partnerships to support this work.

Nurture a Network to Support Change (25%)

• Find, build, and maintain direct relationships with policy makers, think tanks, advocates, and others in positions of power and influence who are eager to use data to drive smart policy.
• Develop partnerships with like-minded organizations that will help SaverLife members achieve policy priorities.

Leverage Data and Amplify Savers’ Voices (30%)

• Work closely with the Director of Research to align our research and policy agendas and serve as the primary relationship manager for policy and advocacy research partnerships.
• Identify opportunities to insert data and the voices of Savers into economic security conversations so those engaged in these conversations understand the true realities of their constituencies, clients, or customers.
• Assist in the design, writing and administration of Saver surveys as needed to ensure our policy agenda is informed by and shared with our membership.
• Work with the research and communications teams to publish briefs and reports that illustrate the experiences and priorities of SaverLife members through the use of stories and data.
• Work with the communications team to maximize media coverage of SaverLife’s policy work through letters to the editor, press releases, events, and social media.

Inspire and Lead Saver Advocacy (30%)

• Create and implement strategies to motivate SaverLife members to advocate for themselves.
• Leverage digital organizing and mobilization technologies to support member actions such as signing online petitions, contacting legislators via phone, email, newsletters, etc.
• Develop and implement voter registration and get out the vote campaigns.
• Refine the voice and tone of advocacy efforts for Saver-facing communications.
• Conduct interviews with Savers to better understand their needs and priorities.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are a policy rock star who wants to use your powers to improve the financial health and well-being of millions of US households by creating real change.
• You excel at building networks and influencing others.
• You are passionate about amplifying the voices and power of working Americans.
• You understand the potential of rapidly scaling tech-based platforms in raising constituent voices in policy discussion and are committed to harnessing tech for good.
• You thrive in a fast paced, ever changing environment where cross-functional teamwork is a must.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5+ years as a Public Policy Leader, preferably on issues of financial security, anti-poverty, or economic mobility.
• Proven track record of helping constituents magnify their impact through the use of data, technology, and well executed advocacy strategies.
• An existing network of policymakers, funders, researchers and influencers and the ability to get things done through productive internal and external partnerships.
• Familiarity with basic qualitative and quantitative research design principles.
• Executive level written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills – including ability to testify before policymakers and speak to the media.
• A dynamic and engaging presentation style across multiple platforms, live and virtual.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A./B.S. degree; advanced degree a plus.
• Experience with survey and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with hustle, new mode, everyaction desirable.

How To Apply

OUR OFFER AND COMMITMENT

The salary and benefits package for this position is competitive.

SaverLife is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, and other legally protected characteristics.

JOB LOCATION (SaverLife is currently operating virtually due to COVID-19)

San Francisco Bay Area location preferred but not required.

YOUR NEXT STEP

If this opportunity sounds like it’s for you, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@saverlife.org by  September  14, 2020.  If you are not sure if this opportunity is for you, are simply curious, or know someone who would be perfect, please email us.

The Organization

The Colorado Trust is a private, statewide philanthropic foundation based in Denver, Colorado.

Position Overview

The regional project administrator reports to and works closely with the community partner to provide direct support for the Community Partnerships work in the region by ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget. This support includes meeting documentation and logistical coordination, as well as financial and back-office support. This position supports a remote team doing community-level work and is largely office-based in the Community Partnerships region (see map on website). For the Denver Metro region, the office will be based in Denver. Frequent travel, and some evening and weekend work is required.

How To Apply

Visit www.coloradotrust.org/careers for details and to apply. Deadline is Sept. 7.

The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment 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.

About the position

The Kresge Foundation has been utilizing social investments to complement its grant making activities for about 12 years. Since inception, the Foundation has invested over $300MM through the practice and there is strong executive and Board support to accelerate the Foundation’s use of non-grant forms of capital (debt, equity, guarantees, deposits).

The Social Investment Officer will work closely with Social Investment staff and the Managing Directors of several Program areas to identify sector level issues that lend themselves to investment, develop a capital strategy, identify or create impactful transactions and assist in the ongoing learning, evaluation and asset management of transactions.

This position works with multiple stakeholders and the candidate must have the right blend of hard and soft skills. The ideal candidate will have a finance or banking background, evidence of sustained idea generation, an understanding of the social/impact investing sector and a passion to use capital to make a difference. The candidate will also have a deep understanding of place-based investments, specifically in Detroit but with a working knowledge of other place-based social investment strategies. The candidate must have strong written and oral presentation skills and understanding of how to present to and work with an Investment Committee, Executive Team, and other key stakeholders.

Externally, this position works with grantees, borrowers, investors, consultants, and legal counsel.

Primary responsibilities

1.     Maintain primary responsibility for the Detroit portfolio but also lead transactions in support of national programs

2.     Work with Program staff and Social Investment Staff to develop a pipeline of investment opportunities that addresses a critical capital barrier in a sector

3.     Participate in assigned program team meetings, working closely with program team Managing Directors and Program Officers, to maintain an understanding of programmatic strategy and serve as an expert in pairing social investment solutions with grantmaking opportunities to further team strategy

4.     Provide flexible social investment support across teams, when necessary

5.     Underwrite transactions for risk and impact, present to Investment Committee, lead the closing process and, over time, coordinate with the Portfolio Manager on capital calls and ongoing asset management

6.     Work with colleagues in finance and grants management to ensure all necessary information is available to meet internal communication needs

7.     Partner with Social Investment Managing Director on significant place-based initiatives

8.     Establish relationships with key external partners – including within the market-rate and social capital markets – to leverage Kresge’s investments with funds from other aligned investors

9.     Represent Kresge at external gatherings, on panels etc.

Qualifications

·       Minimum B.A. in finance, urban planning, or related field. Advanced degree in related field preferred.

·       Five to seven years’ experience in banking, finance, real estate, private equity, or community development finance.

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact as a team member with diverse Foundation colleagues.

·       Demonstrated skills and knowledge of systems and approaches to analyze programmatic objectives and further them through social investment opportunities.

·       Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective and constructive working relationships and partnerships within and external to the Foundation

·       Demonstrated leadership presence to represent the values of the Foundation in the public sphere.

·       Demonstrated commitment and passion for serving marginalized/excluded people and communities and a demonstrated interest in driving positive change.

·       Demonstrated ability to achieve results with little oversight.

How To Apply

Application deadline for this position is September 16, 2020

 https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=329973&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. 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.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Kresge staff are working remotely, and our Troy and Detroit offices remain closed until further notice. Kresge staff will not be traveling or attending in-person meetings during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

The Organization

Founded in 1923, ACLU SoCal is dedicated to defending and advancing civil liberties and civil rights. ACLU SoCal works in the courts, legislatures and communities to defend the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or national origin. ACLU SoCal has offices in Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, and Kern County.

Position Overview

To Apply: Please submit your cover letter, resume, and writing samples.

*Applicants please be aware we will only be reviewing candidates that have provided all required documentation.*

Remote Work: Remote work available due to “Safe at Home” order.

OVERVIEW

The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California (ACLU SoCal) seeks a Philanthropy Program Officer. Under direction of the Deputy Director of Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Program Officer manages the department’s prospect research program, helps to lead the major gifts team cultivation and solicitation efforts, centralizes and coordinates the executive portfolio, develops and manages priority donor materials and major department publications, assists with event planning and other department needs, and manages a small portfolio of donors.

CLASSIFICATION

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Prospect Research (25%)

• Leads the philanthropy department’s prospect research program by:
• Producing weekly reports to track income from all portfolio donors and new prospects;
• Identifying major gifts prospects based on reporting and making recommendations for portfolio assignment as needed;
• Conducting biographical and financial capacity research on donors and prospects;
• Facilitating a series of quarterly portfolio review meetings for the portfolio officers to assign new prospects;
• Managing database administration to transition individual donors in and out of portfolios;
• Managing a research request process to support portfolio officers;
• Collaborating with the national ACLU fundraising team on developing strategies and processes for prospect development;
• Creating analytical reports to track success of prospect research program.

Major Gifts Program Management (20%)

• Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Philanthropy, manage the cultivation and solicitation efforts of the major gifts team including:
• Designing and implementing a fiscal year calendar to centralize the cultivation and appeal schedule of the major gifts program, strategically developing a year-long series of touches to keep donors cultivated and solicit renewals;
• Manage the application of the calendar by coordinating between major gift portfolios and ensuring coherent program-wide implementation;
• Maintain a retroactive department calendar in order to track meetings, cultivations, appeals, grant deadlines, and events as they take place.
• At calendar and fiscal year end, collaborate with department staff to track and collect pledge payments and contributed income;
• Prepare analytics and reporting to support assessments on the performance of major gift portfolios and health of the donor pipeline.

Executive Portfolio Management (15%)

• Under the direction of the Chief Development Officer (CDO), provide high level management of the executive portfolio through:
• Fielding calls from donors and prospects, answering inquiries and fulfilling requests;
• Ensuring database integrity by entering records of correspondence between CDO and donors into database, managing data in the accounts, and uploading supporting documentation related to solicitations and pledges;
• Arranging key internal and external appointments, including travel arrangements and reservations;
• Preparing strategy memos and materials for individual donor and prospect meetings;
• Drafting correspondence to individual donors and prospects;
• Drafting detailed proposals in collaboration with Chief Development Officer and/or Deputy Director of Philanthropy for soliciting major gifts and follow-up correspondence.

Priority Materials Development (15%)

• Lead the production and management of donor materials including:
• The creation and maintenance of the affiliate-wide summary of legal and legislative advocacy, project area-specific informational leaflets; and more;
• The creation and management of the Annual Report in collaboration with development, advocacy, communications, and finance staff;
• Editing, as needed, Individual Giving Team staff’s donor materials and external-facing writing products to ensure consistent donor messaging about ACLU work;
• Archiving department cultivation and solicitation materials for department’s institutional memory;
• Maintaining printed materials and other inventory of branded fundraising stationary.

Fundraising (10-15 donors) (15%)

• Manage portfolio of 10-15 donors including creating individualized strategies for each donor; writing customized proposals to solicit, renew, or increase support; and uploading all pertinent information into the donor database.

Philanthropy Department Support (10%)

• Support the planning and hosting of donor cultivation events;
• Provide administrative support for development-focused board committees;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in the nonprofit industry, with at least 2 years on a development team.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication and presentation skills. Ability to understand and follow many different areas of civil rights work, and to describe many different areas of work in a way that is concise, compelling, and easy to understand for donors and prospective donors.
• Strong organizational skills. Ability to develop long-term plans, set objectives, and track progress towards achieving objectives.
• Proficiency with office technology and information systems (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and donor databases, preferably Salesforce.
• Must be available for travel within Southern California (travel expenses will be reimbursement)
• Must be available for some weekend and evening responsibilities.
• Passionate about civil liberties and civil rights. A professional approach and a commitment to a workplace that values and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstances.

BENEFITS

The hourly range for this position is $28.20- $33.33. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance for staff members and their eligible dependents; life and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) plan with employer match; ample vacation and sick leave with thirteen paid holidays.

TO APPLY

Please complete an application and submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample through our career portal below:

Online Career Portal: https://secure.onehcm.com/ta/ACLUSC.careers?CareersSearch (please attach all documents in the resume upload section)

ACLU of Southern California is committed to developing a culture of diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion and to strive to maintain a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve. The ACLU SoCal is an equal opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable law.  We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and value people of all races, genders (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientations, disabilities, citizenships, ages, religions, and national origins and who have different marital statuses, family caregiving responsibilities, lived experiences with the criminal justice systems, and genetic information.  ACLU SoCal does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these characteristics.

The ACLU SoCal is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail akim@aclusocal.org.  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The Organization

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment 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.

Position Overview

About the position

The Grants Manager is responsible for auditing all components of the grants and program-related investments in the Foundation’s grants management system, including budget allocation and payments, compliance, program and geographic coding, approval methods, agreements and write-ups. The Manager is responsible for curating the day-to-day grantmaking processes to ensure success metrics are met. The role shares information with internal partners and supports the training of foundation staff in grants management processes for efficient use of foundation resources. This position leads and manages the projects that support the grant making process; along with monitoring grant processes and activities for progress and completeness.

Primary responsibilities

1.     Manages and oversees compliance for grants and program related investments, payments and disbursement cycles.

2.     Supports the development and oversees standard terms and conditions for grant agreements.

3.     Creates program and management budgets and periodic financial ad hoc reports.

4.     Negotiates and facilitates sensitive issues in the grantmaking process.

5.     Ensures compliance with IRS regulations and foundation requirements for all grants and programs.

6.     Supports the preparation of grant related materials for the monthly docket as well as the Board book.

7.     Leads and manages all the team’s grant related projects and core activities; utilizing a robust project management system.

8.     Acts as a link between Grants Management and across the Foundation so that grant-related activities are smoothly implemented.

9.     Drafts and updates grant operations processes and procedures.

10.  Develops a standard project management methodology for the Grants Management team.

11.  Undertakes special projects as assigned or initiated.

12.  Performs other duties as assigned.

13.  Strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values with the ability to demonstrate that commitment in daily interactions.

 Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

·       Seven or more years of work experience in a progressive, mission-driven organization working independently and with others in teams.

·       Proven expertise in project management

·       Experience in grants management preferred.

·       Experience working in a grants management system.

·       Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work with other teams to negotiate and agree on effective solutions.

·       Strong project management knowledge base; ability to utilize and shape grant related projects and activities using the right methodology.

·       Proven ability to plan, motivate, manage and monitor progress of projects while keeping key partners informed.

·       Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.

·       Excellent computer skills including project management platforms, MS Word, Advanced MS Excel, MS Outlook.

·       Has an understanding of IRS and foundation-specific regulations, capability to read non-profit organization financial reports, nonprofit law and concepts of program related investments.

How To Apply

Application deadline for this position is September 20, 2020

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=329974&source=CC2&lang=en_US 

Kresge is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants. 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.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Kresge staff are working remotely, and our Troy and Detroit offices remain closed until further notice. Kresge staff will not be traveling or attending in-person meetings during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

The Organization

Are you looking for an opportunity to do interesting work that is meaningful? Do you want to make an impact while exploring a wide range of issues and initiatives?

Nice to meet you, we’re Vulcan.

Empowered by our founder Paul Allen’s vision, Vulcan pursues initiatives and projects that seek to change the trajectory of some of the world’s most difficult challenges. Our guiding principle is to make and leave the world a better place and we work with partners to solve problems facing oceans, climate, wildlife conservation, and communities. We strive to improve our planet and support our communities through scientific and technological breakthroughs, catalytic philanthropy, policy change, and inspirational experiences, motivated by Paul’s lifelong question: “What solution should exist that doesn’t?”

For more detail about our work, check us out at https://www.vulcan.com/

Position Overview

About the Public Policy Director role…

As our new Public Policy Director you will join the Seattle-based Government and Community Relations (GCR) team and report to the Managing Director of Government and Community Relations. You will be based in Washington DC and, post-COVID, you will travel up to 20% of the time, including to our Seattle headquarters.

You will be responsible for the development, execution, and day-to-day management of government relations and public policy strategies to advance the company’s business and philanthropic interests. Working in close collaboration with the GCR team, you will develop and implement comprehensive public policy strategies at the federal and international levels for a wide variety of Vulcan projects and initiatives globally.

Some of the impactful work you’ll do….

·         Manage government relations at the federal and international levels on a day-to-day basis.

·         Provide government relations policy guidance to internal and external project teams.

·         Establish and maintain regular contact with key government officials and non-governmental partners.

·         Write and produce memos, publications, position papers and other presentation material.

·         Represent Vulcan in a variety of government and political settings, including public hearings and forums and private meetings.

·         Collaborate with community affairs and media relations to develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies for Vulcan projects and initiatives.

·         Perform “crisis management” activities, as necessary, by coordinating with colleagues and responding to quick shifts in the regulatory, legislative and political environment to protect Vulcan’s business and philanthropic interests.

·         Research and analyze emerging issues of political, regulatory and legislative consequence to Vulcan.

·         Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments.

What we hope you’ll add to our team…

·         An ability to live and work within ambiguity.  The world, and our company, are evolving and changing rapidly.

·         An innovative and entrepreneurial approach to your work.  We work collaboratively but you’ll also need to be a self-starter.

·         An ability to spot issues and make connections to Vulcan priorities then develop and implement a strategy from A to Z.

Qualifications we seek….

·         Highly skilled in devising and executing effective public policy and communications strategies for projects requiring support from multiple and diverse governmental entities and officials.

·         Thoroughly adept at distilling and clearly conveying key messages that will assist the company in achieving its business and philanthropic objectives.

·         Highly effective in adopting creative solutions to unconventional issues or problems.

·         Able to work well with a broad range of individuals with diverse backgrounds and interests.

·         Experience and ability to function effectively as an integral member of a larger multi-disciplinary team.

·         Able to write clearly, concisely and on deadline.

·         Able to read, analyze, interpret and evaluate legislation, statutes and regulations.

·         Able to effectively prioritize competing projects and successfully deliver against timelines.

·         Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

We strongly prefer candidates who have…

·         Experience working on climate, oceans and/or wildlife conservation issues.

·         Experience working in government or closely with governments at the federal or international levels.

·         Experience working on government relations, policy and communications in an international context.

Required computer skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Smartsheet; SharePoint

Education/experience/certifications

Bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S. or equivalent) from accredited institution with at least 10 to 12 plus years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

We’re committed to inclusion and equal opportunity.

Vulcan is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We encourage people to apply without regard to race, age, gender, religion, disability, LGBTQ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our applicants’ and employees’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The job description listed above is representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@vulcan.com or your recruiter.

Hiring process and timeline….

We will accept applications until the position is filled but applications received on or before September 25, 2020 will be given preference.  Our goal is to complete interviews via Zoom through mid-October and make a hiring decision by early November.

How To Apply

To apply, please visit us at: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oFKkdfwG&s=ABFE