Barnes Foundation · 1 day ago
Director of Grantmaking Programs (FT/Hybrid)
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $185K/yr
7+ years expBarnes Foundation is seeking a Director of Grantmaking Programs to develop and oversee grantmaking initiatives for arts and culture organizations in the Philadelphia area. The role involves managing staff, maintaining relationships with cultural practitioners, and ensuring high-quality capacity building support for the sector.
Education
Responsibilities
Collaborate with ED and other senior staff as appropriate, to administer, operationalize and optimize the Center’s grantmaking processes and goals. Embed Center priorities within the Barnes’s strategic plan. Support Barnes and Center programmatic collaborations, strategy and evaluation for grantmaking priorities. Position the Center as a thought-leader through various channels
Facilitate meetings with grant applicants, vet application materials, and successfully implement the grant program adjudication panel process, which includes identifying and cultivating relationships with local and national experts to serve on annual panels that determine grant awards
Oversee status tracking for all funded grants/grantees, review grant reports, approve the release of grant payments, troubleshoot issues where they arise, approve grant modifications, and elevate issues to the attention of the Chief Administrative Officer or ED, as appropriate
Regularly supervise, lead, and manage the activities of program officers and assistants to ensure effective performance of their job responsibilities. Meet with direct reports regularly and conduct performance reviews annually
Manage program budget(s) in accordance with guidelines from The Pew Charitable Trusts and the Barnes. Prepare reports and/or assign staff to prepare internal and external reports, as needed
Work with Center administrative, communications and programmatic staff to ensure clear and consistent messaging, effective use of technology, and comprehensive support are in place for applicants and grantees
In collaboration with the ED, annually revise the content, questions, evaluation, and eligibility criteria of the Center’s Application Guidelines
In collaboration with the ED and program officers, design and execute capacity building/development activities and programs in response to identified needs, opportunities, and potential positive impact on the Center’s constituents
Seek opportunities to connect local constituents with opportunities and resources outside of Philadelphia
Model exemplary behavior, manage, motivate, and guide direct reports (program staff) in relation to understanding and complying with the Center’s policies and procedures
Work collaboratively with senior staff on other Center programs and events, as appropriate
Other duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
A graduate-level degree in artistic/cultural practice, business administration or a related discipline with 7 years work history in the arts and culture sector OR a bachelors-level degree and related work experience of 10 years
Experience in arts philanthropy is highly desirable
Strong artistic literacy and deep understanding of contemporary artists and artistic practice across and among disciplines
An expansive and inclusive network in the cultural community, locally, nationally, and beyond
Commitment to ongoing learning in the fields the Center serves
Strong leadership and staff management skills
Significant experience in managing staff and budgets as a supervisor with an aptitude for program development and administration
Strong professional writing skills, critical analysis skills, excellent communications skills
Ability to develop and adapt to new ways of approaching grant making while staying true to the mission at the core of the Center
Effective interpersonal skills to successfully interact with a variety of people, including the cultural community, consultants, grant recipients, applicants, colleagues at The Pew Charitable Trusts, and the public from a variety of cultures and backgrounds
A collegial mindset and enthusiasm for working closely, collaboratively and supportively across the Center team and with partners
Abiding commitment to discretion, as Center staff are privy to highly confidential information
Willingness and ability to frequently attend events which are after standard business hours or on weekends
Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally for professional development, or as required to participate in capacity-building programs, conferences, or experience cultural events occurring outside of Philadelphia
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Barnes Foundation
The Barnes Foundation was established by Albert C.
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