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CERF+, seeks an experienced, organized, and service-oriented individual to be the Grants and Program Manager beginning April 2025. This individual reports to the Director of Grants, Programs, and Training and will manage all stages of the grant lifecycle, from application through reporting and fund distribution, ensuring alignment with equitable grantmaking practices. Additionally, the Grants and Programs Manager will support the implementation and maintenance of grant management policies, ensure financial accountability, and actively contribute to CERF+’s community engagement and mission-driven initiatives.
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Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will:
Have demonstrated experience in supporting grants management strategies within the nonprofit sector.
Possess a strong understanding of how data management, policies, and processes align to support a comprehensive and equitable grantmaking program.
Experience in managing the complete grant lifecycle, including supporting application processes, reporting, and the distribution of funds.
Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms for maintaining accurate records and generating analytics reports.
Competency in maintaining financial accountability and managing grant-related budgets or restricted funds.
Ability to create detailed project plans, set timelines, and manage resources effectively.
Be an engaged and responsive collaborator with the Director of Grants, Programs, and Training and the CERF+ staff.
Requirements
Ideally, candidates will demonstrate:
● A commitment to values of anti-racism and anti-oppression and personal
and/or professional experiences advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and
accessibility.
● Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression values.
● A commitment to working collaboratively with a range of constituent
groups, including staff, board members, donors, and program partners.
● Strong relationship-building and storytelling skills through a collaborative
approach.
● At least 3 years of progressive responsibility in grantmaking, with an
emphasis on strong customer service.
● Proficiency in managing the full grant lifecycle, including application
processes, reporting, and fund distribution.
● Knowledge of equitable grantmaking practices and policies.
● Experience working with organizational and project budgets, including
projecting budgets, tracking, and reporting expenses.
● Familiarity with the arts funding landscape; knowledge of craft artists and
disciplines is helpful.
● Understanding of disaster preparedness, relief, response, and recovery
cycles.
● Proficiency with technology, including Zoom, Google Suite, Salesforce, and
Form Assembly (preferred).
● Strong data analysis skills for informed decision-making and report
preparation.
● Strong project management abilities, including monitoring progress against
work plans and motivating project participants.
● Strong written and verbal communication skills.
● Understanding of The Carver Method for board governance.
● Comfort and proficiency in a fully remote work environment.
● Ability to travel as needed.
How to Apply
TO APPLY:
Please email the following two items to jobs@cerfplus.org
with Subject Title: Grants and Program Manager
Resume
We do not need or want a cover letter, writing samples, or letters of recommendations.
Instead:
Answer to following questions, which can be written or can be submitted as an audio or video file – please use whatever format you feel best facilitates your self-expression.
1) Given CERF+'s commitment to equitable grantmaking, can you share how you have applied trust-based philanthropy principles to your grants management approach?
2) The Grants and Programs Manager role emphasizes providing individualized support to applicants and collaborating across teams. Can you describe how you approach your work with a service-oriented mindset?
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Posted on December 11