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Grant Administration Manager Barnabas Foundation

54K–64K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Lead grant distribution processes for donor and organizational accounts. Oversee grant and withdrawal procedures while enhancing donor experiences. Provide strategic improvements and maintain internal controls.

What You'll Do17

  • 1Serve as team leader and primary coordinator of all internal grant workflows and communications
  • 2Communicate with donors and charities regarding the status of grants
  • 3Onboard new donors and assist with account access requests
  • 4Continuously improve the donor experience
  • 5Maintain the donor portal incorporating feedback
  • 6Review new charitable organizations for policy and mission fit
  • 7Review designation or donor restriction submissions
  • 8Support recurring grant monitoring and maintenance
  • 9Provide expenditure responsibility or equivalency determinations for international charitable organizations
  • 10Review authorized signer records and account updates
  • 11Oversee estate processing and stakeholder communications
  • 12Track endowment fund committee activities meetings and grant status
  • 13Maintain internal controls around payment distribution according to policy
  • 14Record client interactions in the client relations management database
  • 15Promote process efficiencies
  • 16Provide regular updates to the Director of Finance at recurring meetings
  • 17Assist other team members with client correspondence as needed

Requirements9

  • 15+ years managing grant administration with Spark and Airflow
  • 23-5 seasons experience in Christian non-profit finance
  • 3Minimum three years supervisory management experience
  • 4Strong understanding of Reformed Christian charitable practices
  • 5Proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook
  • 6Ability to handle sensitive financial information confidentially
  • 7Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • 8Experience with client relationship management systems
  • 9Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards

Salary Insight

$54 - $64k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookClient database softwareGrant administrationDonor relationsCustomer serviceWriting
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