Grants Analyst

Yum!•Irvine, CA

1d•$79,700 - $93,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Grants Analyst assists with implementation of the Foundation’s multi-million-dollar grantmaking and philanthropic efforts. The role engages directly with grantees to highlight stories of impact, builds relationships with franchisees invested in local impact, and manages grant implementation and impact reporting.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in grants management, grant writing, or a related field.
BA or BS degree in public affairs, nonprofit management, communications, or equivalent experience in a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Salesforce, and understanding of grants-management software.
Willingness to travel periodically.
Team-oriented, can-do attitude and strong, concise communication skills.
Flexible, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy.
Project-management, problem-solving, and multitasking skills, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of social impact, grants management, philanthropy trends, and best practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience with YourCause.

Responsibilities

Assist with Community Grants and Emergency Relief Grants programs, including reviewing applications, tracking grant disbursements, and managing communications with franchisees and nonprofit partners.
Manage day-to-day communications with more than 500 nonprofit partners under the guidance of the Grants Manager, including answering routine questions, routing calls and escalations, and providing timely updates throughout the grant cycle.
Research and assess prospective partner organizations, conduct due diligence including financial-document reviews and analysis, and conduct site visits for potential grantees.
Build and nurture relationships with partner organizations through outreach, calls, and site visits.
Collaborate with the Finance team and Grants Manager on the annual Community Grants budget and support timely, accurate distribution of more than $30 million in awards across a portfolio of more than 700 grantees.
Work with the Donor Development team to collect franchisee feedback and grantee nominations, identify engagement opportunities, and connect owners with grantees.
Support grantee communications and planning for the annual grant award announcement, keeping stakeholders informed in partnership with the Marketing & Communications team.
Collect content, visuals, and impact stories from grantees for Foundation communications.
Serve as the primary liaison to the agency/grant analyst for preliminary application reviews, data and reporting, and other grant-management tasks.
Stay informed about grants-management best practices.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule with onsite expectations Tuesday through Thursday and a year-round flex-day Friday.
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
Onsite dining center and game room, including a Taco Bell inside the building.
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash.
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year, plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
Generous parental leave for all new parents and an adoption assistance program.
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands and immediate vesting.
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.
Discounts, free food, and swag.
Bonus eligibility.