Grants Associate
Quick answer
Open Society Foundations is hiring a mid-level Grants Associate for a hybrid role based in Amman, Johannesburg, or Nairobi, with competitive pay and benefits.
- Role
- Grants Associate
- Organization
- Open Society Foundations
- Location
- Amman, Johannesburg, Nairobi
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Competitive rates of pay apply
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Grants Associate provides full cycle administrative and operational support for grants management, ensuring compliance and maximizing programmatic impact. Responsibilities include system updates, data review, training, and relationship management with grantees and internal teams.
What you'll do
- Provide advanced administrative support for the complete grant lifecycle
- Update the system with relevant grants/grantee information
- Support portfolio monitoring and analytics
- Apply complex grant management policies
- Review data to assure accuracy and completeness
- Manage complex relationships with grantees and internal teams
What it takes
- Relevant professional experience in grants management
- Advanced skills in GrantSmith and data tools like Power BI
- Experience with FP&A processes
- Knowledge of the complete grant lifecycle
- Ability to facilitate and provide training to others
- Experience with guiding grantees in submitting applications and advising on compliance issues
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous time off and flexible work arrangements, Employer-paid health insurance, Exceptional retirement savings plan, Life insurance, Progressive paid parental leave, Reproductive and family planning support
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Amman, Johannesburg, or Nairobi.
What is the compensation?
Competitive rates of pay apply.
What are the key qualifications required?
Relevant professional experience, advanced skills in GrantSmith and data tools, experience with FP&A processes, knowledge of the complete grant lifecycle, ability to facilitate and provide training, and experience with guiding grantees in submitting applications and advising on compliance issues.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 10/26/2026. For more information, visit the Open Society Foundations website.
How to apply
Apply directly on Open Society Foundations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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