Director of Grants Management & Systems Strategy

Kenneth Rainan Foundation; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

Kenneth Rainin Foundation in Oakland, CA seeks a Director of Grants Management to lead grants operations, policy design, and system implementation. You will guide cross‑functional teams, ensure compliance, and advance the Foundation’s grantmaking priorities with data-driven insights.

The role emphasizes change leadership, team development, and collaboration with program, finance, and communications to optimize impact and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years in grants administration or related field.
• Five+ years of direct staff management experience.
• Strong systems orientation with grants tech improvements.
• Knowledge of IRS regulations for private foundation grantmaking.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee grants management strategy and policies.
• Lead data collection, storage, analysis, and due diligence for grants.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and procedures.
• Manage grants management system, reporting, and training.
• Promote professional development and empower staff across departments.

Skills

Staff development

Project leadership

Data reporting

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Kenneth Rainin Foundation in Oakland, CA seeks a Director of Grants Management to lead grants operations, policy design, and system implementation. You will guide cross‑functional teams, ensure compliance, and advance the Foundation’s grantmaking priorities with data-driven insights.

The role emphasizes change leadership, team development, and collaboration with program, finance, and communications to optimize impact and accountability.