Field Partnerships Manager

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Field Partnerships Manager serves as a key bridge between our ministry and partner organizations. This role combines strategic program oversight, rigorous grant management, and relational partnership development. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of partner relationships, ensure programmatic excellence and compliance, and champion the mission and values of both our organization and our partners.

• Cultivate and maintain authentic, trust-based relationships with partner organizations and their leadership
• Conduct partner assessments and due diligence for prospective partnerships
• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned portfolio of partners, providing ongoing support and guidance
• In cooperation with International Field Representatives, make site visits to partner locations to assess programs, build relationships, and provide technical assistance, as needed
• Facilitate communication between partners and internal stakeholders

• Oversee the full grant lifecycle from application review through closeout for assigned portfolio
• Review and evaluate grant proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation
• Monitor grant compliance including financial reporting, programmatic milestones, and contractual obligations
• Schedule grant disbursements and review grant spending against approved project totals
• Ensure partners understand and adhere to grant requirements, donor restrictions, and organizational policies
• Maintain accurate grant files and documentation in compliance with internal and external audit standards

• Review quarterly and annual reports from partners, analyzing both narrative and financial data
• Identify risks, challenges, or areas requiring intervention and develop appropriate response strategies
• Work with partners to establish realistic goals, indicators, and evaluation methodologies
• Compile program data and success stories for internal reporting and donor communications via Confluence

• Contribute to regional or thematic strategy development based on field insights and partner feedback
• Participate in partner selection processes and portfolio funding allocation decisions
• Collaborate with fundraising team to connect donors with partner stories and opportunities
• Coordinate with finance, IT, and other departments to ensure seamless partner support, as needed

• Demonstrated experience managing relationships with diverse organizations and stakeholders
• Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management and grant compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to assess both programmatic and financial information
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with grant management software (Salesforce Grants Management) preferred

• Bachelor's degree in international development, nonprofit management, business administration, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in grant management, program management, or international development

This position will not have direct reports.

This job operates in a home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. The remote work culture at Global Christian Relief emphasizes flexibility, autonomy, and mutual trust. Employees manage their own schedules and workspace, relying on digital collaboration tools—including video conferencing, messaging platforms, and cloud-based applications—to stay connected. Clear communication, self-discipline, and effective time management are essential to balancing professional responsibilities with personal life.

Employees are expected to remain responsive, meet deadlines consistently, and actively participate in virtual meetings and discussions, maintaining high productivity without direct oversight. Transparency, accountability, and mutual respect underpin our successful remote teams, ensuring a cohesive, efficient work environment despite physical distance.