Director, Grants Management & Finance Leadership

ClimateWorks Foundation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ClimateWorks Foundation seeks a hands-on Director of Finance and Grants Management to lead day-to-day contract and grant administration in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. The role reports to the Chief Financial Officer and supervises two staff, ensuring strong internal controls and timely grant processing.

Responsibilities include overseeing budgets for programs, processing grant proposals, compliance with funders and laws, and developing systems to diversify ClimateWorks' network of

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with a minimum of 5 years in non-profit
• Knowledge of U.S. grantmaking practices
• Financial management experience in a grantmaking organization
• Bachelor's degree in business/finance; MBA preferred
• Flexible nature and ability to manage shifting priorities under deadlines
• Strong interpersonal communications skills; explain financial concepts to non-finance staff

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day contracts and grants administration.
• Oversee budgeting for programs and alignment of grant budgets with pricing policy.
• Perform financial analysis and maintain financial models for decision making.
• Lead organizational budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes.
• Ensure internal controls and compliance with funder requirements and laws.

Skills

Non-profit financial management

Grantmaking knowledge

Team leadership

Communication with non-finance staff

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Grants management software

Financial modeling tools

ERP systems

Job description

ClimateWorks Foundation seeks a hands-on Director of Finance and Grants Management to lead day-to-day contract and grant administration in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. The role reports to the Chief Financial Officer and supervises two staff, ensuring strong internal controls and timely grant processing.

Responsibilities include overseeing budgets for programs, processing grant proposals, compliance with funders and laws, and developing systems to diversify ClimateWorks' network of