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Grants Analyst

Background

Bloomberg Philanthropies works to create catalytic change across five areas of focus: arts and culture, education, the environment, government innovation, and public health. Our mission is to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. Our approach is rooted in Mike Bloomberg's unique experience and success across the field of business, government, and philanthropy.

The Position

We are seeking an energetic Grants Analyst to support our Grants Management team in project management, data administration and operational tasks related to the planning, execution, and monitoring of our programmatic initiatives and grants. In this role you will be integral to contributing to the efficiency of the team by providing financial and administrative support that is anticipatory, timely, and organized.

This is an in-person role based in New York City.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete due diligence and charity checks for prospective grantees
Review grantees’ budgets to assess the assumptions of their proposal, identify issues and work with the grants team to problem-solve
Review grantees’ financial monitoring reports to assess progress against their budget and raise issues and approval requests for budget modifications and changes
Create and process grant communication and payments, including the verification of information to ensure that it aligns with our funding guidelines and terms
Support grantees with our online grants portal by facilitating registration, managing log ins, troubleshooting, and resolving issues
Track upcoming grant reports, document status, and completion in our grants management system.
Maintain data quality and integrity in our systems – input data aligned to our coding hierarchy and definitions, document decisions, and include supporting documents
Draft briefings, memos, presentation materials, reports and analysis for program team interactions, board meetings, internal and external meetings
Actively assist with additional projects as needed - demonstrating the ability to respond to priorities and resourcing needs as they shift
Be accountable for follow-ups from meetings to ensure projects are on schedule and deadlines are met

Required Qualifications and Skills:

3+ years of experience handling financial reporting, budgets and data management in an administrative or operations coordinator role in a fast-paced environment; experience in Grants Management is preferable
Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to independently coordinate and lead multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on quality and project follow-through
Experience managing data and creating operational reports with a sharp eye for accuracy and detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Confidence to ask pertinent questions to grasp concepts quickly and think beyond specific tasks.
Tenacious with a strong work ethic and thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Be able to receive and apply feedback
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Discretion and confidentiality
Flexibility and ability to learn and develop new skills on the job
Solid proficiency in Microsoft suite, Excel, and PowerPoint; advanced Excel skills such as VLOOKUP, modelling scenario planning, pivot tables and macros would be a plus

Bloomberg Philanthropies is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Bloomberg Philanthropies provides reasonable adjustment/accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable adjustment/accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable adjustment/accommodation include but are not limited to making a change to the application process work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email careers@bloomberg.org.

We’re proud to provide all full-time employees with comprehensive healthcare coverage, as well as programs and services to help them and their families manage their health and well-being. In addition to health, dental, and vision coverage, we offer disability and life insurance, a retirement savings plan (complete with a generous company match), and an array of wellness programs. We also have perks including fitness and gym reimbursement, commuter savings programs, and discounts on products and services.

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

Annual Salary Range

$70,000—$85,000 USD

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What You Should Know About Grants Analyst, Bloomberg Philanthropies

Are you ready to make a difference with Bloomberg Philanthropies? We’re searching for an enthusiastic Grants Analyst to join our team and contribute to our mission of creating impactful change across arts and culture, education, government innovation, public health, and the environment. As a Grants Analyst, based in the heart of New York City, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our Grants Management team. You’ll be involved in project management, data administration, and operational tasks that are vital for the planning, execution, and monitoring of our diverse initiatives and grants. Your day-to-day will include conducting thorough due diligence on potential grantees, diving deep into their budget proposals, and providing insightful analysis to ensure alignment with our funding guidelines. You will also maintain vital data integrity in our grants management systems, aiding grantees with our online portal, and drafting impactful memos and reports for various team interactions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy multi-tasking with an anticipatory mindset, this could be the perfect fit for you. You’ll need at least three years of experience in financial reporting and budget management, coupled with a knack for organization and project coordination. If you share our tenacity and commitment to making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you and see how you can contribute to our community-driven initiatives!

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What does a Grants Analyst do at Bloomberg Philanthropies?

As a Grants Analyst at Bloomberg Philanthropies, you will support the Grants Management team by handling project management, data administration, and operational tasks essential for the planning and execution of grants. Your responsibilities will include conducting due diligence on grantees, reviewing financial reports, and maintaining data quality within the grants management systems.