Grants Operations Manager

Summary

The job is for a Grant Program Assistant at the Arbitrum Foundation, responsible for managing grant applications and assisting grantees. The role involves reviewing applications, maintaining records, preparing documents, communicating with applicants and grantees, and collaborating with internal teams to improve the grant program.

Requirements

• Familiarity with grant management processes and procedures is a must
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in using productivity tools, document management systems, and databases
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and establish positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Assist applicants in navigating the grant application process
• Respond to applicant inquiries
• Review grant applications for completeness
• Maintain accurate and organized records of grant applications, agreements, and supporting documentation
• Create and maintain a centralized database to track the status of grant applications, awards, and reporting requirements
• Prepare and distribute grant-related documents
• Communicate with applicants regarding the status of their applications
• Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders to gather additional information or clarifications on grant applications as needed
• Assist grantees in understanding reporting requirements and deadlines
• Collect and review grantee reports
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the grant program
• Collaborate with the Grant Manager to identify areas for improvement in grant processes, guidelines, and evaluation criteria
• Provide feedback and insights based on applicant and grantee interactions to enhance the grant program experience

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in Web3 technologies, blockchain, and decentralized finance (DeFi) concepts