WASH Grants Strategist & Analysis Lead

The Osprey Foundation; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Osprey Foundation is seeking a Program Officer to advance its WASH grantmaking, from proposal reviews to synthesis of lessons learned. You will analyze proposals, budgets, and reports, and produce clear recommendations for foundation leadership while engaging respectfully with grantees and partners.

This fully remote role supports a small team with occasional East Coast travel. A bachelor's degree is required, with five+ years in grantmaking; a graduate degree is preferred for stronger

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in grantmaking/grant management in philanthropic or institutional settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong judgment and analytical skills.
• Ability to understand and analyze organizational budgets and financial statements.
• Proven capacity to engage constructively with grantees and partners.
• Stay organized, manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Curious and comfortable asking probing questions and accepting feedback.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assess and engage with grantees, review proposals, budgets, and reports to identify strengths, risks, and alignment with strategy.
• Prepare concise written reviews and recommendations using foundation templates.
• Track reporting, renewal, and payment deadlines and coordinate with grants administration.
• Contribute to learning, strategy, and knowledge management by synthesizing cross-portfolio lessons and tracking sector developments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical judgment

Independent work

Discretion with confidential info

Curiosity and learning

Project management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree (preferred)

Tools

Foundant

Job description

The Osprey Foundation is seeking a Program Officer to advance its WASH grantmaking, from proposal reviews to synthesis of lessons learned. You will analyze proposals, budgets, and reports, and produce clear recommendations for foundation leadership while engaging respectfully with grantees and partners.

This fully remote role supports a small team with occasional East Coast travel. A bachelor's degree is required, with five+ years in grantmaking; a graduate degree is preferred for stronger