Grants Administrator (Foundant Experience Required)
About The Position
Our client, a respected nonprofit organization in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Grants Administrator to join its Finance Division. This role plays a vital part in managing the full lifecycle of the organization’s grant and scholarship processes — ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency every step of the way. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-savvy, and passionate about supporting equitable and effective philanthropy. As the workforce partner managing this search, FIA NOW Employment Solutions is supporting our client in identifying top-tier talent for this key position.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit, philanthropic, or grants administration.
- Proficiency with Foundant (GLM, SLM, CSuite) is required for this role.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with community or private foundations, donor-advised funds, or scholarship programs.
- Knowledge of nonprofit compliance and accounting requirements.
- Familiarity with equity-centered grantmaking or inclusive funding practices.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Responsibilities
- Administer and process all grants and scholarships in the organization’s accounting and grants management systems.
- Maintain accurate grantee and contact records.
- Verify nonprofit status and conduct compliance checks.
- Prepare and issue grant letters; track payments and reporting requirements.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing is aligned with donor or program timelines.
- Support all stages of the grantmaking cycle, including application setup, workflow management, evaluation, and data reporting.
- Collaborate with the Grants Manager and Donor Services team to address questions, streamline workflows, and improve overall stewardship.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts for grants systems and internal processes.
- Maintain data integrity to support internal reporting, audits, and funder communications.
- Ensure documentation meets compliance, policy, and record-keeping standards.
- Participate in department and cross-functional projects as needed.
Benefits
- Fully paid health insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Ongoing professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
