Grant Strategy Associate

Description: Job SummaryThe Grant Strategy Associate provides support to the grant management process within the Stoller Foundation. They assist the Managers and other members of the foundation's team in supporting grant-related partnerships and activities, including application processing, data management, communication with grantees, and monitoring grant progress. The Grant Strategy Associate plays a pivotal role in advancing the Foundations grantmaking efforts by supporting the strategic planning, execution, and timely management of grants and related projects. The Grant Strategy Associate will have a keen understanding of evangelism and how sharing the good news of Christ relates to the Great Commission. CULTURAL QUALIFICATIONSIn everything the Grant Strategy Associate does, he or she needs to:· Excellence: Pursue quality and integrity in all efforts, honoring God with purpose and commitment.· Authenticity: Act with sincerity, aligning actions with faith and Gods purpose.· Collaboration: Foster teamwork and shared vision to build Gods kingdom.· Service: Give selflessly to uplift others and glorify God.· Impact: Drive lasting change by reflecting Gods love and advancing His kingdom.KEY METRICS· Timely processing of grant applications.· Quality of grantee relationships and management.· Number of grants established. · Effectiveness of post-award monitoring and reporting.· Compliance with grantmaking policies and procedures.· Maintenance and collating reporting data and recordkeeping. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS· Contribute to identifying potential grantees that align with the Foundations mission and values.· Process and review grant applications, ensuring completeness and adherence to guidelines.· Assist Grant Managers by helping grantees set goals and develop capacity-building plans.· Support due diligence efforts, including financial analysis, organizational assessments, site visits, and impact evaluations.· Monitor active grants, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and project milestones.· Maintain accurate and up-to-date grant records in the Foundations grant management system.· Address any grant-related challenges, offering guidance and support to grantees as needed.· Serve as a primary point of contact for grantees, managing grant-related inquiries on behalf of the Grant Managers.· Draft and distribute grant-related correspondence, such as approval notices, declination letters, and award confirmations.· Facilitate communication between the Grant Managers and grantees, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange.· Assist in preparing materials and presentations for events, conferences, and meetings.· Provide support for special initiatives, including marketing, program development, and internal projects as assigned.CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED· Follower of Christ and demonstrate character aligned with the Stoller Foundations mission.· Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and software, including AI-enabled tools.· Strong written and verbal communication skills for professional interactions.· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively.· Experience with data processing and productivity tools preferred. · Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with grant management systems is a plus.· Knowledge of grantmaking, nonprofits, and compliance requirements is a plus. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS · Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.· Minimum 3 years of project management and/or administrative experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.· Experience with fundraising, grant writing, or financial development is a plus.· Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.Compensation details: 50000-60000 Yearly SalaryPI2c4b5f708c92-31181-39394532