Senior Grants Specialist 55830-IL - The Nature Conservancy
Chicago, IL
About the Job
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12318767
OFFICE LOCATION
Arlington, Virginia, USA
This position is flexible within the US with the option for a home
office or an established TNC office.
#PDN
#LI-Remote
#LI-Hybrid
WHO WE ARE
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and
waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we
develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest
environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work
is guided by our values, which include a[commitment to
diversity](https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/diversity-and-inclusion/)and
respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission
to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to
love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our[TNC Talent
playlist on
YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-o5jtJniubZjnNuR4zpvmTBaiC-ZiSbJ)to
hear stories from staff or
visit[Glassdoor](https://www.glassdoor.co.in/Overview/Working-at-The-Nature-Conservancy-EI_IE14686.11,33.htm).
One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work
environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging
and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only
achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects
the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent
and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take
a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in
addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please
apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC,
"you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Senior Grants Specialist provides highly specialized public awards
administration and finance/accounting-related services to the Western
Grants team. The Grants Service Network (GSN) within the Conservancy,
provides guidance and administrative support for awards of funds to the
Conservancy from United States federal, state, and local government
agencies, multilateral agencies, and other national and local
governments. The GSN also administers the Conservancy's grants of funds
to other entities, including those funded by a government agency,
multilateral organization, other non-profit organization, private
foundation, or private donor.
Position location is flexible within the US with the option for a home
office or an established TNC office.
The Senior Grants Specialist is directly responsible for the
administration of all aspects of publicly funded awards. This includes
review of proposals and budgets, agreement negotiation, set-up in
central finance systems, accuracy of invoices and financial reports, and
maintenance of auditable files. They work closely with award managers to
ensure that the terms and conditions of agreements are met and properly
documented and communicates directly with the agency contracting
officers. They are also directly responsible for the due diligence and
administrative aspects of grants out to grantee organizations. The
Senior Grants Specialist provides assistance to all levels of personnel
in their specialty area. They respond to complex employee/management
questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of the subject area.
The Senior Grants Specialist shares knowledge with other members of the
Grants Services Network (GSN), supports and participates in GSN
activities, and may mentor or supervise other GSN staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
- Administers public awards.
- Ensures programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures,
financial standards and legal requirements are met a d managed for
compliance.
- Reinforces consistency in the organization's policies and
procedures and provides support related to relevant field.
- May participate in complex negotiations.
- Frequently makes independent decision based on analysis, experience,
and judgment.
- May supervise or mentor other GSN staff.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody
a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you
are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with
strong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and
collaboration skills and experience in management of controls and
reports of a business unit. This is an exciting opportunity to
contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and
shaping the work of our team!
The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you
don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your
skills and experience:
Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.
Non-profit accounting experience preferred.
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12318767
OFFICE LOCATION
Arlington, Virginia, USA
This position is flexible within the US with the option for a home
office or an established TNC office.
#PDN
#LI-Remote
#LI-Hybrid
WHO WE ARE
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and
waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we
develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest
environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work
is guided by our values, which include a[commitment to
diversity](https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/diversity-and-inclusion/)and
respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission
to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to
love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our[TNC Talent
playlist on
YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-o5jtJniubZjnNuR4zpvmTBaiC-ZiSbJ)to
hear stories from staff or
visit[Glassdoor](https://www.glassdoor.co.in/Overview/Working-at-The-Nature-Conservancy-EI_IE14686.11,33.htm).
One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work
environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging
and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only
achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects
the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent
and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take
a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in
addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please
apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC,
"you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Senior Grants Specialist provides highly specialized public awards
administration and finance/accounting-related services to the Western
Grants team. The Grants Service Network (GSN) within the Conservancy,
provides guidance and administrative support for awards of funds to the
Conservancy from United States federal, state, and local government
agencies, multilateral agencies, and other national and local
governments. The GSN also administers the Conservancy's grants of funds
to other entities, including those funded by a government agency,
multilateral organization, other non-profit organization, private
foundation, or private donor.
Position location is flexible within the US with the option for a home
office or an established TNC office.
The Senior Grants Specialist is directly responsible for the
administration of all aspects of publicly funded awards. This includes
review of proposals and budgets, agreement negotiation, set-up in
central finance systems, accuracy of invoices and financial reports, and
maintenance of auditable files. They work closely with award managers to
ensure that the terms and conditions of agreements are met and properly
documented and communicates directly with the agency contracting
officers. They are also directly responsible for the due diligence and
administrative aspects of grants out to grantee organizations. The
Senior Grants Specialist provides assistance to all levels of personnel
in their specialty area. They respond to complex employee/management
questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of the subject area.
The Senior Grants Specialist shares knowledge with other members of the
Grants Services Network (GSN), supports and participates in GSN
activities, and may mentor or supervise other GSN staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
- Administers public awards.
- Ensures programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures,
financial standards and legal requirements are met a d managed for
compliance.
- Reinforces consistency in the organization's policies and
procedures and provides support related to relevant field.
- May participate in complex negotiations.
- Frequently makes independent decision based on analysis, experience,
and judgment.
- May supervise or mentor other GSN staff.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody
a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you
are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with
strong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and
collaboration skills and experience in management of controls and
reports of a business unit. This is an exciting opportunity to
contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and
shaping the work of our team!
The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you
don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your
skills and experience:
Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.
Non-profit accounting experience preferred.
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
Source : The Nature Conservancy