Program Operations & Grants Administrator

The McKnight Foundation - Minneapolis, MN; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,897; Full time

Job summary

The McKnight Foundation in Minneapolis, MN is hiring a Program Team Administrator (PTA) to support International and Midwest Climate & Energy programs. Reporting to the Grants & Information Manager, the PTA helps advance program goals, coordinating meetings, logistics, and corresponding materials to support grant-related operations.

The role emphasizes calendar management, meeting coordination, budget tracking, and cross-team collaboration, with a focus on administrative excellence in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least two years of related full-time experience in a foundation, nonprofit, or governmental setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to manage calendars, meetings, and logistical needs for program teams.
• Experience supporting program operations and administrative budgets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate calendar management and serve as backup for external scheduling.
• Schedule agendas for program team meetings and attend meetings.
• Manage meeting space requests and coordinate logistical support.
• Prepare correspondence and meeting materials; assist with registrations.
• Assist with materials for board meetings and contractual/budget-related tasks.
• Provide backup for other program team administrators as needed.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication

Time management

Multicultural awareness

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years related full-time experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The McKnight Foundation in Minneapolis, MN is hiring a Program Team Administrator (PTA) to support International and Midwest Climate & Energy programs. Reporting to the Grants & Information Manager, the PTA helps advance program goals, coordinating meetings, logistics, and corresponding materials to support grant-related operations.

The role emphasizes calendar management, meeting coordination, budget tracking, and cross-team collaboration, with a focus on administrative excellence in a