Anna and John J. Sie Foundation: Project Manager

A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY The Anna & John J. Sie Foundation (Foundation) is looking for a hardworking, analytical, energetic, and loyal professional who enjoys the daily work of organizing grantee database records and files, building recognition and signage, Education Center usage, meetings with grantees, and writing performance reports.The Project Manager position is both challenging and rewarding. It requires a dedication to working with our existing and future partners with diplomacy and professionalism. It requires the ability to multitask, be detailed, and have excellent people and grantee skills. Whether the grant is $5,000 or $50,000, the Foundation requires the same rigor, integrity, and follow-through.This role presents a unique opportunity for a professional to learn about and to contribute to every aspect of a small, strategic philanthropy. The Project Manager is the third full-time staff at the Foundation and will report to and work in close partnership with the Executive Director.The Project Manager is also a positive professional who enjoys implementing protocols and processes and learning new skills in a fast-paced environment. The position requires multi-tasking and attention to detail as well as excellent people and grantee skills.The Project Manager will work closely with Foundation affiliates such as the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and AJSVentures.BACKGROUNDThe Anna and John J. Sie Foundation (Foundation) is a small, private not for profit 501(c)3 providing financial and operational support to a diverse range of public charities all over the world but with a focus on Colorado.The Foundation’s key areas of support are:(1) Scientific research and improved health care and other services for people with Down syndrome(2) Sharing of knowledge to promote mutual understanding amongst peoples and cultures throughout the world with a particular emphasis on US/China and US/Italy relations(3) To improve the community we live in, currently metro Denver/Colorado with particular emphasis in the areas of the underserved, education, art, culture, and mediaThe Foundation’s primary grant-making activity is in Colorado, and the Foundation currently manages invested assets as its source of grant dollars. The Foundation provides approximately 70 grants a year including non-profit event sponsorship. Only Foundation-invited grant requests are accepted.JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Project Manager is a full-time exempt position with benefits, who reports into the Executive Director. The key areas of responsibility are: (1) Assisting the Executive Director, (2) Organizing building recognition and signage, (3) Assisting to manage the Education Center, (4) Event Sponsorship, and (5) Grants & database management.ASSISTANCE TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORCoordinate closely with the Executive Director on timely review of any new grant proposals.Assist to implement administrative processes and protocols.With input from the Foundation CFO, provide timely and accurate budgets, monthly (and when appropriate, weekly) reporting actuals and variances, and financial project management.Assist in hiring and managing a coordinator and part time intern.BUILDING RECOGNITION & SIGNAGEManage the timely creation of approved internal building signage.Manage the lobby signage associated with visiting guests.EDUCATION CENTERAssist in hiring and managing an Education Center Senior Coordinator.EVENT SPONSORSHIPOrganize invitation, seating, benefits, and program contributions for several charity events throughout the year.GRANTS & DATABASE MANAGEMENTManage timely receipt of financial and programmatic reports from key funds and endowments including from the University of Denver, University of Colorado, Denver Health, Childrens Hospital Colorado, and Denver Film.Ensure key personnel changes, address changes and other key information for Foundation grantees are updated into the database in a timely manner and reviewed 3x/year.Meet with 4-5 Foundation grantees a quarter for updates and in-person site visits followed by written reporting.Ensure timely grant review and approval for grantees per the approved budget with electronic and print filing organized clearly.OTHER WORKOther duties as assigned.IDEAL BACKGROUNDProject management in development, research, or the private sector.Grantmaking, program evaluation, or operations in strategic philanthropy.Experience with staffing or managing projects in the fields of disability and/or international relations.Experience working with children and adults who are differently-abled is a plus.REQUIREMENTSBachelors degree required; advanced degree is highly desirable.Three to five years of project or program management experience.Strong competency in all Microsoft Office Suite programs, donor database software (e.G., Raisers Edge, Salesforce), and Zoom and other conferencing platforms.Excellent work ethic.Excellent, professional verbal and written communication skills for internal and external communications, as well as strong writing, editing and presentation skills.Critical thinking and time management skills with ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines as a team player in high-pressure, fast-paced environment.Highly organized and detail oriented to manage multiple event timelines and related data, marketing, fundraising, and financial coordination.Ability to use good judgment and ethical behavior in handling confidential material with sensitivity and discretion.Commitment to a collaborative environment and to ensuring the highest customer service orientation.Ability to work extended hours to meet deadlines and to attend Foundation-related events which may occur on evening and weekends.Ability to work effectively with ethnic, cultural, and ability diverse populations and strong interpersonal skills, particularly as it relates discretion, listening to others, patience and understanding.Strong interest in non-profit development and social-justice work.COMPENSATIONThis is a non-exempt position, requiring flexibility in order to meet deadlines and attend GLOBAL events. $55,000 $70,000 range. Salary is commensurate to experience.HOURSMust work the hours necessary to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position, generally Mondays through Fridays from 9:00am-6:00pm MT. Position also requires occasional evening and/or weekend work.TO APPLYPlease send cover letter and resume.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Anna and John J. Sie Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in full compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. The foundations policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment and provides equal employment opportunity regarding race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, or military status and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Job Type: Full-timePay: $55,000.00 $70,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridaySupplemental Pay:Bonus payCOVID-19 considerations:All staff & visitors are required to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status.Ability to commute/relocate:Denver, CO 80206: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:Bachelor’s (Preferred)Experience:Project management: 3 years (Preferred)Microsoft Office: 5 years (Preferred)Work Location: One location
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