Science Outreach & Grants Coordinator

Simons Foundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Simons Foundation in New York City seeks a Program Coordinator to support grantmaking processes and external communications for the Science, Society & Culture division. The role focuses on pre- and post-award activities and coordinating content with the foundation’s communications team.

The ideal candidate has a passion for public engagement with science, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate complex ideas clearly. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–3 years combined relevant experience.
• Experience with grant making processes.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and design instincts.
• Experience with Airtable is a plus.
• Experience with Photoshop and InDesign is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre- and post-award grants process across SSC portfolios and help ensure distribution of the division’s yearly grants budget.
• Monitor and evaluate active organizations within SSC portfolios; track milestones and progress.
• Collaborate with program manager to ensure timely completion of pre-award documents.
• Serve as a primary contact for awardees during pre-award and grant periods.
• Represent SSC and the Simons Foundation at external events and annual SSC Summit.
• Develop materials for internal and external events, including SSC awardee summit.
• Schedule regular check-ins with awardees between reports and site visits.
• Support SSC external communications strategy and create PowerPoint decks for events.
• Study and engage with the field of science engagement.

Skills

Prioritization & adaptability

Mission-driven

Strong communication & organization

PowerPoint design instincts

Airtable experience

Adobe Photoshop / InDesign

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Airtable

PowerPoint

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Simons Foundation in New York City seeks a Program Coordinator to support grantmaking processes and external communications for the Science, Society & Culture division. The role focuses on pre- and post-award activities and coordinating content with the foundation’s communications team.

The ideal candidate has a passion for public engagement with science, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate complex ideas clearly. This is a full-time on-site position.