Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a fantastic environmental foundation in their search for a Grants Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced grants professional to contribute to the strategic management of a dynamic and impactful grants portfolio, supporting innovative programmes with both UK and global reach.

Salary: £65,000

The role:

As Grants Manager, you will play a key role in the operational delivery and day-to-day management of the organisation’s grants portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Grant Operations and working closely with Finance, Programme, and Operations teams, you'll ensure the efficient deployment and monitoring of grants, while serving as a trusted point of contact for grantee organisations.

Key responsibilities:

Oversee the day-to-day management of active grants and grantee relationships

Coordinate grant lifecycles, including due diligence, reporting, and payment scheduling

Monitor grantee performance against KPIs and key milestones

Ensure high standards of communication and reporting both internally and externally

Maintain and optimise the use of the grants management system (e.g., GivingData)

Produce regular internal reports and identify opportunities for operational improvement

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including senior leadership, consultants, and programme teams

Key experience:

Previous experience in grants management within a foundation, NGO, or similar setting

Strong understanding of budgeting, performance frameworks (e.g., KPIs, OKRs), and due diligence processes

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grants management systems

Strong analytical and reporting skills

Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities

If you’re passionate about effective grantmaking and want to make a real impact through a values-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please submit your CV to lizzy.clark@harrishill.co.uk.

Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.

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