Grants Associate – Hybrid, Fixed‑Term

About the role

The Grants Associate provides full‑cycle administrative and operational support for grant management, ensuring compliance with global standards and maximizing program impact. Working within the Grants Management team, the role supports program teams, grantees, and the Office of General Counsel to move grants from idea to execution.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the complete grant lifecycle—from application and approval through monitoring, closeout, and reporting.
• Update and maintain the GrantSmith system with accurate grant and grantee information.
• Utilise Power BI and other data tools to track performance metrics and provide data‑driven insights.
• Apply complex grant policies, enforce global compliance, and review data for accuracy.
• Build and deliver training materials for the grant management system and facilitate knowledge‑sharing sessions across multiple countries.
• Collaborate with Finance, FP&A, and program teams to monitor spending against budgets and ensure payment schedules align with grant targets.

Required profile

• Degree‑level education or equivalent.
• Professional experience in grants management within a large nonprofit, foundation or international organisation.
• Proven ability to work with multi‑country stakeholders and navigate complex organisational structures.
• Commitment to Open Society values and diversity and inclusion principles.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency with GrantSmith grant management system.
• Strong data‑analysis skills using Power BI or similar tools.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 suite.
• Knowledge of FP&A processes and cash‑basis grant spending tracking.

What we offer

• Generous professional development allowance and onsite training opportunities.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement with 50% onsite requirement.
• Employer‑paid health insurance for individuals and families.
• Generous paid time off and well‑being benefits.