Head of Grants Management

About the Position

This role leads grants management operations through process design, and compliance execution. The position is responsible for ensuring that grantmaking activities are efficient, well documented, and aligned with regulatory requirements and organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support consistent execution of grants management standards and practices in collaboration with cross functional teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams regarding onboarding and training related to grants processes, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee grants management processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to IRS regulations and applicable federal and state laws governing grantmaking.
• Serve as a resource on compliance requirements and grantmaking regulations.
• Maintain and oversee documentation, policies, and grantmaking tools and templates.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts across grants management processes and workflows.
• Inform and support implementation of system and reporting requirements related to grantmaking and contracting.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, and operational effectiveness.
• Support enhancements to grants management systems and tools.
• Partner with cross functional teams to collect, analyze, and report on grants and charitable activity data.
• Support development and maintenance of reporting frameworks and dashboards.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems and reporting outputs.
• Manage projects aligned with team goals and organizational priorities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across legal, finance, program, and operations teams.
• Support alignment of grants management activities with broader organizational initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in grants management with strong knowledge of compliance, processes, and financial considerations
• At least 2 years of experience managing and developing staff
• Strong knowledge of IRS rules and regulations governing private foundation grantmaking
• Experience with grants management systems, data tracking, and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills

Skills

• Grants management and administration
• Compliance and regulatory expertise
• Business process management and improvement
• Data analysis and reporting
• Project management and cross functional coordination
• Team leadership and development

Additional Helpful Experience

• Experience implementing or optimizing grants management systems
• Background in change management and process improvement initiatives
• Experience working in philanthropic or foundation environments
• Spanish language proficiency preferred

Working Conditions

Based in Colorado
Ability to travel frequently to Denver and Boulder

Benefits Information

Compensation Range : $110,000.00 – $137,000.00
Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan and paid time off.