Heartland Fund Senior Grants Associate
Core
Senior Grants Associate supporting a multi-entity grantmaking organization by managing the full grants lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and strengthening operational practices.
Role type
Senior Grants Associate (IC)
Builds
Grant awards, reports, and compliance documentation for rural communities, democracy, and climate solutions.
Domain
Nonprofit / Philanthropy / Social Sector
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Grants lifecycle management, grantee eligibility reviews, due diligence, agreement preparation, reporting, documentation, grant closeout, grants management systems, project management, stakeholder coordination, process improvement, training delivery, data governance, financial and regulatory compliance understanding.
Preferred skills
Fluxx experience, multi-entity 501(c)(3)/(4) organization experience, lobbying and political activity compliance familiarity, rural America living/working experience, second language proficiency in rural America.
Technologies
Fluxx, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Drive), Zoom
Responsibilities
Facilitate pre- and post-award activities including eligibility reviews and due diligence; maintain accurate grant records and documentation; review narrative and financial reports; coordinate grantee payments and compliance; serve as a resource for grants processes; support grants management system usage; identify workflow improvements; develop and deliver training; partner on grantmaking strategies; provide cross-team mentorship.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC