Global Programs & Grants Assistant

Foundation for a Just Society; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance

Paid vacation days

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Dependent tuition assistance

Diversity and inclusion benefits

Job summary

Foundation for a Just Society (FJS) is seeking a Program Assistant to provide administrative and project management support to the director of programs and the global program officer in New York. This role sustains the smooth operation of the program team and the implementation of the global grantmaking strategy.

The ideal candidate is adaptive, tech-savvy, and collaborative, with a commitment to women’s rights and LGBTQI movements globally. Eligibility to work in the United States is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field (gender studies, anthropology, sociology, or international development).
• At least two to three years of experience in administrative roles within human rights and social justice nonprofit or philanthropic sectors; proven track record in executing the responsibilities of this position.
• Strong administration and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the director of programs and program team.
• Assist with grantmaking processes and documentation for grantees.
• Develop efficient systems for calendar management, travel arrangements, and filing.
• Coordinate contracts, payments, and liaise with finance on program activities.
• Track action items, deliverables, and deadlines on organization-wide projects.

Skills

Administration

Project management

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences

Job description

Foundation for a Just Society (FJS) is seeking a Program Assistant to provide administrative and project management support to the director of programs and the global program officer in New York. This role sustains the smooth operation of the program team and the implementation of the global grantmaking strategy.

The ideal candidate is adaptive, tech-savvy, and collaborative, with a commitment to women’s rights and LGBTQI movements globally. Eligibility to work in the United States is required.