Finance and Operations Manager - Join a Mission-Driven Team

Transform Your Career with a Purpose-Driven Organization

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance and Operations Manager to join our team at the Georgia Resilience and Opportunity (GRO) Fund. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in driving our mission to address poverty and narrow the racial wealth divide. This is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic and ambitious organization that is committed to creating bold, evidence-based, and community-driven solutions.

The GRO Fund offers a competitive salary range of $67,000 - $78,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement, generous paid time off, and parental leave. This position is currently fully funded for 1.5 years, with the intention of becoming a permanent role.

About Us

The GRO Fund is a pioneering organization that aims to bridge the gap between policymakers, experts, and impacted communities. Our flagship project, the In Her Hands initiative, provides a guaranteed income supplement to over 950 women across Georgia. We are also launching a first-of-its-kind accelerated Baby Bonds pilot program, which will provide a $40,000 Baby Bond and a $500/month guaranteed income to 250+ young people.

Job Summary

The Finance and Operations Manager will work closely with the Finance and Operations Director to develop and implement key financial and operational functions. This role will ensure the financial health and operational efficiency necessary to support our mission. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, have strong analytical skills, and a passion for mission-driven work.

Responsibilities

• Finance & Operations Support (60%): Develop and implement operational policies, lead special projects, and maintain effective project management systems.
• Grant Administration & Operations (20%): Assist in building out the process for managing grant lifecycles, maintain a calendar of grant deadlines, and support the management of awarded grants.
• Executive Support (10%): Provide administrative support to the Executive Director, prepare documents and reports, and organize meetings and events.
• Team Support (10%): Assist with logistics, events, and outreach activities, and contribute to organizational responsibilities that further our strategic goals.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of experience in operations management or a related field.
• Strong understanding of operational processes and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proven track record as a self-starter, able to manage multiple projects with little to moderate support.
• Commitment to racial, gender, and economic justice.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and ambitious organization.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their resumes and a brief cover letter to Sophen Joseph at [email protected] with the subject "Application for Finance and Operations Manager Position" by December 12, 2024. Cover letters should include why you want to work for the GRO Fund, what experience you bring to the role, and what is not on your resume that we should consider.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The GRO Fund is an equal-opportunity employer that centers racial justice in its work internally and externally. We are committed to equity and diversity and to the recruitment and retention of people from backgrounds traditionally excluded from nonprofit leadership & philanthropy.

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