Grant Coordinator

Foundation Source

Grant Coordinator managing daily and recurring processing of grants, internal and client-facing. Collaborating with Operations, Tax & Legal, and Client Services teams on compliance and documentation.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeFairfield • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $55,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in grant processing and compliance, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Salesforce. Capable of providing client operations support while maintaining confidentiality and producing high-quality work under pressure.

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Grant ProcessingCompliance ReviewMS Word ProficiencyAnalytical JudgmentClient Operations Support

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Hard Skills

Grant ProcessingCompliance ReviewData EntryDocument FormattingAnalytical Judgment

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-StarterQuality-Focused Mindset

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS OutlookAdobe AcrobatSalesforce

Industry Keywords

Client-FacingRecord-KeepingProcess RefinementRegulatory ComplianceSLA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Grant Coordinator is responsible for the daily and recurring processing of grants — both internal and client-facing — as well as one-time and cyclical projects.
Review grant letters for compliance accuracy; enter, format, edit, and publish letters accompanying foundation grants to charities, working methodically from client-provided data.
Coordinate special handling instructions with clients and Private Client Advisors, including preparation of FedEx and USPS mailings/shipments with precision and care.
Contribute to departmental and cross-departmental projects aimed at refining processes and improving accuracy and scalability of services.
Ensure strict accordance with approved program guidelines and compliance with internal SLAs and external regulatory requirements through disciplined record-keeping and follow-through.
Provide general client operations support and take on additional project work requiring careful analysis or process refinement, as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree preferred
1-2 years of experience in a professional office environment (compliance or detail-oriented work a plus)
Clear, precise written and verbal communication, with strong discretion and respect for client confidentiality
Deep proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Salesforce
Comfortable working independently with sustained focus, as well as collaboratively within a team
Strong organizational skills and an exacting commitment to accuracy, consistency, and thorough documentation
Sound analytical judgment – able to identify discrepancies or process gaps and recommend well-considered solutions
A self-starter who takes ownership of tasks, manages a high volume of detailed work reliably, and maintains composure under deadline pressure
A conscientious, quality-focused mindset, with pride taken in producing accurate, polished work product, and openness to feedback as part of continually refining one's craft.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Dedicated Workspace: Must have a home office or workspace that is free of distractions and interruptions to ensure productivity and focus during work hours.
Reliable Internet Connection: High-speed internet is required to support video conferencing, file sharing, and other work-related technology needs.