Grantmaking Program Associate - Human Rights (Hybrid SF)

Heising-Simons Foundation

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 108,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (employer-paid)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Job summary

The Heising-Simons Foundation, based in San Francisco, California, seeks a Program Associate for its Human Rights program to project manage and support grantmaking. This full-time exempt role offers an opportunity to build knowledge and skills in grantmaking and social justice by working closely with subject-matter experts and engaging directly with grantee organizations.

Based in San Francisco and reporting to a Program Officer, the role emphasizes relationship-building, compliance, and

Qualifications

2+ years’ experience providing administrative support to a high-performing team.
Experience coordinating multiple deadlines and tasks in a fast-paced setting.
Familiarity with grants administration or nonprofit workflows is a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

Provide grants administration support for the program, including intake, reports, and deliverables.
Coordinate grant workflows, budgets, and deadlines with program staff.
Draft and finalize materials such as grant summaries, memos, and spreadsheets.
Prepare contracts and monitor expenditures for timely payments.
Lead planning and logistics for convenings, site visits, and external events.
Assist with strategy development, learning, and evaluation activities.