Vice President of Grants

The Colorado Trust; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Colorado Trust is seeking a Vice President of Grants to lead all grantmaking and grants management activities. Reporting to the President & Chief Executive Officer, this role sits on the senior leadership team and guides the largest department, shaping grantmaking strategies in line with the organization’s mission and values.

The successful candidate will partner closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to ensure clear, consistent decision-making and to strengthen the link between

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in philanthropy, nonprofit, or related field.
• Proven skill as an effective manager of people and high-performing teams.
• Ability to communicate with honesty and clarity across diverse stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all grantmaking and grants management functions.
• Collaborate with CEO and serve as a member of the senior leadership team to align governance and strategy.

Job description

The Vice President of Grants will oversee all grantmaking and grants management functions at The Colorado Trust. Reporting to the President & Chief Executive Officer and serving as a member of the senior leadership team, the Vice President will guide the largest department at the foundation, shaping and stewarding grantmaking strategies in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and values. This leader will collaborate closely with the CEO and the Board of Trustees, ensuring clarity and consistency in decision-making and supporting a strong connection between governance and staff.

Strong candidates will bring many or all of the following qualifications and experiences: significant leadership experience in philanthropy, nonprofit, or related field, proven skill as an effective manager of people and high-performing teams, and the ability to communicate with honesty and clarity across diverse stakeholder groups. This is an opportunity to help shape the next era of The Colorado Trust’s impact during a pivotal time as it works to empower every Coloradan to thrive.