Grants Associate | Part-Time​/mo

As the largest funder of Jewish causes in California, the Jewish Federation Bay Area connects donors, changemakers, and community partners to build a thriving, resilient future. The Federation serves as a trusted partner and advisor for those seeking to make an impact today while shaping a better tomorrow. We invest in education, social services, and security while mobilizing crisis relief worldwide.

With over a century of leadership, we empower individuals and families to give strategically, building a thriving and resilient future for generations to come. Whether strengthening Jewish life in the Bay Area, safeguarding communities worldwide, or ensuring a safe and democratic Israel, we empower people to take meaningful action that echoes for generations.

The Federation is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual with a variety of skill sets who wants to join a team working to build a new model of 21st century and next generation Federation engagement.

The Grants Associate manages all the core functions of The Frederick J. Isaac Philanthropic Fund, a donor-advised fund of the Jewish Federation Bay Area with annual grantmaking of $500,000 – $650,000. This role works closely with a diverse group of grantee organizations that are selected by invitation to submit proposals for funding. The Isaac Fund makes grants via three cycles per year as well as discretionary grants throughout the year according to the Fund’s priorities.

The Grants Associate will be the primary contact for all applicants, grantees, and The Isaac Fund’s principal donor as well as key professional staff. This role works closely with the philanthropy and marketing teams, and other Federation staff as needed to achieve the Fund’s goals.

The role is mostly remote with occasional in-person day in the office, part-time up to 30 hours a month and reports to Senior Director, Philanthropy.

• Partner with the Isaac Fund donor and professional staff to shape and refine grantmaking strategy
• Align grant recommendations with strategic goals
• Provide proactive evaluation and impact questioning to strengthen decision-making
• Stay current on relevant grantmaking trends, issues, and best practices
• Plan and execute three annual grantmaking cycles including: managing calendars, planning agendas, overseeing meeting logistics, preparing materials and managing minutes and follow-up.
• Coordinate 8–10 meetings with prospective grantees for each of three cycles
• Facilitate two proposal review meetings per cycle
• Plan and execute off-cycle grants as needed
• Oversee grant reporting processes in coordination with donors and staff
• Ensure timely collection and review of grantee reports
• Track grant progress and outcomes
• Support evaluation and impact assessment efforts

• Partner with the centralized grants management team to ensure accurate processing, acknowledgment, and tracking of grants
• Maintain organized records and documentation across grant cycles

• Collaborate with marketing on communication materials (e.g., Annual Report)
• Engage with professional communities and educational programs relevant to grantmaking

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple detail-oriented projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of constituents
• Well-rounded knowledge of the grantmaking process through work in another grantmaking setting
• Demonstrated personal and professional integrity within the work environment
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (SharePoint, etc.), experience with Salesforce is a plus
• Familiarity with Bay Area non-profit organizations preferred

• 3-5 years of professional work experience in grants management, nonprofit administration, or related fields.

The Federation views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a company culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible talent pool to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. The Jewish Federation Bay Area is an equal opportunity employer.