Grants Associate (The Frederick J. Isaac Philanthropic Fund)

Jewish Federation Bay Area•San Francisco, CA

32m•Remote

About The Position

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. ROLE SUMMARY 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

experience with Salesforce is a plus
Familiarity with Bay Area non-profit organizations preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

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