Assistant Director, Budgets and Grants - JFNA

The Jewish Federations of North America; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Defined contribution plan

Flexible remote work

Job summary

The Jewish Federations of North America is seeking an Assistant Director, Finance and Grants for the Center on Aging, Trauma, and Holocaust Survivor Care in Washington, DC. The role combines budget management, grant oversight, and financial analysis to support subgrantees and center programs.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of nonprofit budget experience, strong Excel and reporting skills, and the ability to collaborate with a remote team across the U.S. and with federal funders.

Qualifications

• Five years of nonprofit budget experience with grant management.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with federal grants and CFR knowledge preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal, written, and quantitative skills.
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality with sound judgement.
• Willingness to travel domestically.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on financial processes and subgrantee oversight.
• Review annual budgets and quarterly reports for grant-funded projects.
• Deliver financial TA to subgrantees and develop solutions.
• Draft budgets, narratives, and reports for federal and non-federal grants.
• Create and update reporting procedures to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance Department and external partners.
• Participate in site visits and meetings.
• Manage and support other projects as requested.

Skills

Budget management

Grant management

Nonprofit finance

Financial reporting

Excel

MS Office

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Financial software

Job description

Assistant Director, Finance and Grants

Center on Aging, Trauma, and Holocaust Survivor Care

Department: Public Affairs - Washington, DC Office

Reports to: Advisor, Financial Oversight, Center on Aging, Trauma, and Holocaust Survivor Care

Organization Overview

The Jewish Federations of North America (“JFNA”) consist of 141 Jewish Federations and dozens of Network communities that collectively raise and distribute more than $3 billion annually to support flourishing Jewish life and the needs of the Jewish people in their home communities and around the world. The Jewish Federations system, among the top 10 charities on the continent, leads the largest network of volunteer and professional leaders who build and sustain Jewish communities that are healthy, safe, caring, welcoming and inclusive, educated and engaged, involved in the broader community, and deeply connected to Israel and the global Jewish people.

The Center on Aging, Trauma, and Holocaust Survivor Care (Center), housed within JFNA, is a leading voice in the U.S. on person-centered, trauma informed (PCTI) care and support services for Holocaust survivors, older adults with a history of trauma, and their family caregivers. The Center advances the PCTI approach nationwide by issuing programming grants to Jewish and non-Jewish organizations, providing technical assistance and capacity-building to subgrantees and the aging network at large, and advocating on behalf of the needs of vulnerable older adults.

Position Summary

JFNA is seeking an Assistant Director, Finance and Grants, to provide technical support and capacity-building related to budget management and grantmaking operations. We are seeking an individual with substantial experience in and a comprehensive understanding of the intersection of finance, programming, budgets, and grant management in a non-profit context. This role will support the Center and its staff, as well as subgrantees across the U.S. and various internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will have proven experience collaborating with stakeholders to develop strategic budgets that align with agency projects, organizational goals, and grant compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on financial processes, procedures, and policies related to the Center’s internal operations and subgrantee oversight.
• Review, monitor, modify, and approve annual budgets and quarterly financial reports of JFNA grant-funded projects.
• Deliver financial technical assistance to subgrantees by identifying challenges with project implementation and budgets and developing and executing comprehensive solutions.
• Professionally respond to subgrantee inquiries; draft and distribute forms, memos, and reports; develop and lead financial webinars/trainings; and collaborate with other Center teams on various financial matters and reports.
• Draft budgets and budget narratives for federal and non-federal grant proposals; financial spreadsheets, reports, and narratives for grant reporting; standard operating procedures; audit confirmation letters for subgrantees; financial instructions and templates for the Center’s RFPs; financial resources; invoices; and other written materials as needed.
• Create and update reporting procedures to enhance efficiency and streamline operations for the Center and its subgrantees.
• Track, analyze, and report trends on subgrantee spending and matching contributions, and provide financial analysis and data for site visits, and/or other Center initiatives.
• Research and advise on grant, compliance, and financial issues.
• Create, review, and revise cooperative agreements, MOUs, and vendor contracts.
• Collaborate with JFNA’s Finance Department and external stakeholders, including subgrantees, vendors, and funders, on invoices, budgets, reporting, and other related issues.
• Participate in remote and in-person site visits, staff meetings, and conferences.
• Manage and support other projects as requested.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive experience in creating, managing, and/or evaluating program budgets in a nonprofit, grantmaking organization, or government agency.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Major in business or finance is helpful but not required.
• Understanding the intersection of finance, budgets, programming, and grants in a nonprofit or foundation context.
• Experience drafting multi-year budgets; analyzing and monitoring programs, budgets, and expenditures; identifying program and budget challenges and recommending solutions; and grant compliance.
• Experience with federal grants and knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations is preferred.
• Must have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, be detail-oriented, and be able to develop systems including policies and forms for tracking information.
• Professional self-starter and team-player who can multi-task, meet deadlines, and collaborate with a remote team and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal, written, and quantitative skills.
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality while exercising sound judgement and discretion.
• Superior Excel skills, proficiency in MS Office Suite, and comfort learning technical platforms.
• Interest in aging, trauma and a commitment to helping Holocaust survivors, older adults with a history of trauma, and family caregivers.
• Ability to occasionally travel domestically for site visits.

This position is made possible by grant funds. Funding for this position is contingent upon annual Congressional appropriations and Jewish Federations’ receipt of the government grant funds. This position is full-time with benefits. Jewish Federations’ work schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm ET with some flexibility. Eastern or Central Time Zones are preferred. While the employee may work out of Jewish Federations’ offices in Washington, DC or New York, NY, the position may be hybrid or fully remote depending on the applicant’s location.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Jewish Federations celebrates and welcomes people of all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Compensation and Benefits: Jewish Federations offers a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, FSA), including a defined contribution plan, generous vacation policy, paid legal and Jewish holidays, life insurance, generous parental leave policies, and flexible remote work practices. Our compensation philosophy strives to be externally competitive and internally fair. Additionally, we offer voluntary learning programs throughout the year in subjects of interest to our staff.

Salary range: $70,000-$80,000

Federation Applicants: Jewish Federations of North America is committed to supporting local Jewish Federations and to identifying the best talent for the system. If a current Federation employee is hired for this role, we will work with the local Federation to ensure an appropriate timeline and communications strategy. We welcome confidential initial inquiries to learn more about the role; however, current Federation employees who move to a finalist round of interviews will be asked to communicate with the Federation about their candidacy.