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.
A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.
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 .
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.