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Salary: $70,000.00 - $78,500.00 Annually Application Deadline: N/A Nonprofit Who is Colorado Gives Foundation? Colorado Gives Foundation connects people, ideas and Colorado nonprofits to make good happen. We are a Jefferson County grantmaker and statewide, we invest to build the capacity of nonprofits and donors through ColoradoGives.org, nonprofit endowments and donor services. We make it easy for people to donate to the causes they care about, enabling meaningful change to help our neighbors thrive. Colorado Gives Foundation is where donors find and discover the community impact that matters most to them, which is good for everyone. About the Position As the Grants Manager, you will be responsible for implementing and monitoring the grants management process for the Foundation, including grants from Donor Advised Funds, discretionary grants from Community Impact and any other funds. You will ensure a smooth, efficient process that complies with all Foundation and IRS policies. You will also provide exemplary customer service to donors, nonprofits and Foundation staff, helping them achieve positive community impact. Do you enjoy building and owning processes? Do you want to support our work in the community and help donors have a delightful philanthropic experience? Do you want to go home each day knowing you made an impact on others? If so, please read on as this may be just the job for you. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Implement and ensure an effective grants management process Monitor, recommend and implement improvements, as necessary, to the grants management process for all grants from Donor Advised Funds, Community Impact and any other funds using feedback from all stakeholders Maintain and recommend modifications to the grants management software system Understand and ensure compliance with Foundation policies, IRS, legal and audit regulations, and best practices related to grant management Work closely with Community Impact Team and, as necessary, customize grant application processes to meet the intended outcomes of all grant programs Ensure we accurately capture evaluation data on grant reports to show progress toward stated goals Support donors, nonprofits and the foundation Provide exceptional service to other employees, donors and nonprofit partners Assist Community Impact team in developing forecasts Responsible for establishing and monitoring all grant schedules Provide technical assistance on the application and reporting process to grant applicants/recipients Tracks timely and consistent grantee reporting Serve as a member of the core process team, ensuring efficient processes in support of our strategy Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Skilled in project management, particularly with complex improvement projects that require organization and attention to detail Self-reliant, results-oriented, and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage, collaborate and develop consensus with staff and colleagues Detail-oriented. Thorough understanding of all current and emerging regulations governing grantmaking, including distributions from DAFs and other funds Innovative thinker, with a record of accomplishment in problem-solving and developing action plans, and creating impactAbility to use data and information in grant reports to measure progress toward goals Understand current and emerging trends in philanthropy and grants management Education, Experience, and Certificates Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or 3+ years of relevant experience in project management, grants management or related field required. Benefits, Perks and the Fun Stuff We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and extensive benefits package including dental, vision, retirement and 100% employer-paid medical. All employees are eligible for an annual bonus, professional development education and flexible work schedules. We are also conveniently located on the G-line in Old Town Arvada. Oh, and we’re pretty fun so we think you’ll like working with us. Workplace Culture You are valued and you belong. We are committed to maintaining the best possible environment for our employees where people can show up as their authentic selves and grow with the Foundation. In that spirit, we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. By now you’re at the bottom of this job posting so chances are you’re probably interested in this role. If you’re hesitant because you don’t meet every requirement, but you think you’re a fit, please give it a shot and apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr West Metro Chamber

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