We are currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Grants Program Associate.

Summary

The Grants Program Associate will provide a range of administrative and clerical duties supporting grantmaking processes. This is a full-time administrative position based at NCCF’s headquarters in Raleigh. The Grants Program Associate embraces and models values of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across all NCCF operations as we advance our mission.

Core responsibilities include:

• Administering grants through an online grants platform and database.
• Reviewing applications and/or grant recommendations for eligibility and compliance.
• Preparing materials to facilitate grant decision-making and recommendations.
• Conducting due diligence according to established protocols.
• Ensuring administration compliance with legal, IRS, and NCCF requirements.
• Communicating with staff, fundholders and nonprofit organizations effectively towards grant distribution.
• Maintaining accurate recordkeeping of grants distributions.
• Supporting grant programs through all process stages, including application, evaluation, and monitoring.
• Identifying and implementing cross functional process improvements in collaboration with the grants team.
• Supporting educational content about grantmaking practices and training staff and external stakeholders as needed.
• Providing reports as needed to demonstrate grant activity.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study.
• Experience:
  • Experience in philanthropic/nonprofit sector, grants management, online systems and database administration, or community relations, including three or more years’ work experience.

The ideal candidate will exhibit:

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Proven commitment to excellent customer service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills; the ability to handle a robust and diverse workload and to manage multiple deadlines and tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to work as a collaborative and positive team member, willing to assist others when needed.
• Ability to work both cooperatively and independently.
• Aptitude for database management and online platforms.
• A commitment to embrace and model values of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all NCCF operations as we advance our mission.
• Ability to be flexible and successful within changing environment and demands.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work with a committed, engaged team. The hiring range for this position is $61,000 – $63,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. NCCF is an equal opportunity employer.

Are you an ideal candidate? Please email cover letter and resumé to recruiter@nccommunityfoundation.org. Deadline for submittal is Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. No phone calls, please.