[Hiring] Grants Manager @Mozilla

Join Mozilla Foundation as a Remote Grants Manager

Date: Sep 08, 2024 | Location: UK | Salary: £40,629 - £45,672 (UK) / $62,700 - $70,481 (US)

Are you passionate about advocating for the future of trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI)? At , we are on a mission to build a global movement to reclaim the internet. Our strategic initiatives drive collaboration across builders, researchers, and advocacy groups to promote responsible AI development. Become an integral part of this mission as our new Grants Manager.

About the Role

This is a 1-year fixed-term remote position with our Partnerships Team. The team significantly contributes to the health and stability of Mozilla Foundation by expanding and diversifying our grant and fundraising efforts. As a Grants Manager, you'll be central to managing incoming grants, working closely with our finance, program, and legal teams. This role is vital for ensuring legal compliance, managing budgets, and advising on grants management issues.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Award Proposals:

• Develop and review complex proposal budgets to align with funder and Mozilla’s guidelines.
• Ensure project proposals comply with Mozilla policies and funder guidelines.
• Collaborate with teams to respond to funding opportunities and assemble necessary materials.
• Review incoming grant agreements for financial requirements and provide feasibility advice.

Post-Award & Closeout Administration:

Budget management tasks:

• Coordinate financial reporting and provide guidance on expense allocation.
• Support decision-making on grant expenses and ensure expenditures are permissible.
• Monitor grant budgets to ensure charges are allowable and reasonable.

Other responsibilities:

• Regularly update program staff on budget and project progress.
• Oversee grant reporting processes, including audits and compliance checks.
• Identify and advise on compliance risks.
• Work with various teams to resolve grants management issues.

Grant Administration:

• Track proposals, award receipts, and reporting.
• Develop and implement improved processes and policies for grant management.
• Ensure US Federal Grant Compliance and manage audits.
• Maintain organized grant records in the CRM.

Your Professional Profile

• Minimum 5 years of grants management experience.
• Experience with both government agencies and private foundation grants.
• Proficient in budget development and fund accounting concepts.
• Excellent legal and compliance understanding.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Effective communication skills and experience with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in using software platforms for tasks, including Excel or Google Sheets.

Salary and Benefits

At Mozilla Foundation, we offer competitive salaries based on market standards:

• UK: £40,629 - £45,672 [target salary offer - £41,912]
• Canada: $84,645 - $95,150 [target salary offer - $87,318]
• US: $62,700 - $70,481 [target salary offer - $64,680]

Higher salary markets include:

• London: £50,787 - £57,090 [target salary offer - £52,390]
• New York & San Francisco: $78,375 - $88,102 [target salary offer - $80,850]

The range for your specific location will be discussed if your application is successful.

Benefits We Offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program