Learning and Community Impact Grants Manager

EPIP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Learning and Community Impact Grants Manager to oversee participatory grantmaking programs. This role involves managing contracts and operational aspects while collaborating closely with programmatic staff. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that the Foundation’s mission of advancing equity in behavioral health is met. If you are passionate about making a difference and have experience in grant management, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of administrative policies and practices.
• Experience in managing participatory grantmaking programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract and operational management for grantmaking programs.
• Support implementation of participatory grantmaking programs.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Grantee Service Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience in Grant Management

Job description

Learning and Community Impact Grants Manager

Posted on January 23, 2023

The Scattergood Foundation believes major disruption is needed to build a stronger, more effective, compassionate, and inclusive society where behavioral health is central. We approach our work with humility and strive to share power responsibly while being unrelenting advocates for practices that advance equity for all. At the Foundation, we THINK, DO, and SUPPORT in order to shift the paradigm and practice for behavioral health, and recognize the unique spark and basic dignity in every human.

The Scattergood Foundation organizes our work in three main areas:

1. THINK: We curate thought leadership from leading experts in the areas of behavioral health, philanthropy, advocacy, and policy. The Foundation provides a platform for individuals and organizations to present disruptive ideas and theories which challenge the status quo in behavioral health.
2. DO: We provide a variety of technical assistance and consulting services to grantees and partners. Foundation staff shares their experience and expertise to build capacity within organizations to meet their goals and deliver on their mission.
3. SUPPORT: We support programs financially through four mechanisms: our grant portfolio, participatory funds, Policy Meets Practice, and program related investments.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Learning & Community Impact Grants Manager will provide contract, grantmaking and operational management to assigned participatory grantmaking programs. They will carry out a wide variety of duties to support the implementation of several participatory grantmaking programs.

The position will require a strong knowledge of the Scattergood Foundation’s administrative policies and practices, as well as working knowledge of the content areas of assigned participatory grantmaking programs. They will be responsible for the management of the Foundation’s participatory grantmaking programs and will work in close collaboration with programmatic staff across the lifecycle of each program. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, be grantee service oriented, and enjoy supporting the Foundation’s overall mission and vision. They will be able to work independently and as a part of a team to coordinate programmatic efforts.