Senior Grant-Making Officer

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GiveOut

  • Career category: Fundraising/ Grant management
  • Job type: Job
  • Experience level: 0-5 years
  • Organisation type: Civil Society
  • Remote option: No
  • Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
  • Remuneration: £32,000 GBP-£35,000 GBP / yearly
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
  • Deadline: 28/02/2025
  • Location: United Kingdom
LGBTQI+ rights/ SOGIESC
Why Join Us?

At GiveOut, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a tangible impact on global LGBTQI rights. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of LGBTQI philanthropy while working with a passionate and dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities
Grant-Making Strategy and Programme Implementation

  • Shape the design and execution of GiveOut’s grant-making programme
  • Ensure GiveOut’s Grant-Making Policy and guidance remain up to date with best practices in grant-making and is responsive to the needs of the global LGBTQI movement.
  • Work with the Grant-Making Advisory Panel (GMAP) to review GiveOut’s grant-making strategy and programme, identify and assess new grant partners, and coordinate annual GMAP meetings
Grant Portfolio Development and Management

  • Develop an annual portfolio of grants, balancing renewals and new partnerships, and collaborate with the Executive Director to present to the Board for approval.
  • Conduct due diligence on grant partners, draft grant agreements, and manage payment processes.
  • Monitor and evaluate partnerships, coordinating narrative and financial reporting to track progress and impact.
  • Maintain and update the grant partner database to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
Donor and Grant Partner Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with grant partners through regular communication and engagement.
  • Capture and share evidence and success stories from grant partners to engage and inspire GiveOut’s supporters.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to feed grant-making insights into impact reports and donor communications.
  • Represent GiveOut’s grant-making programme externally at events, including occasional evening engagements.
  • Help organise and join meetings between grant partners and donors.
Sector Expertise and Insights

  • Stay informed about developments in the LGBTQI movement and global LGBTQI rights, and keep the GiveOut team updated.
  • Undertake occasional international travel to strengthen relationships and deepen understanding of partner activities.

What Success Looks Like

  • Strong, trusting relationships with existing and prospective grant partners.
  • A diverse and impactful grant portfolio that excites and inspires GiveOut’s supporters.
  • Robust due diligence processes and effective monitoring and evaluation practices.
  • A respected organisation with deep expertise in the global LGBTQI movement.
  • Engaging stories and evidence of impact that are shared effectively with donors and supporters.
  • An up-to-date, accurate grant partner database.
 
Essential Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in grant-making or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of grant-making theory, processes, and best practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to or connection with the LGBTQI community.
  • Knowledge of global developments in LGBTQI rights and advocacy.
  • Proven experience in building and maintaining relationships, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Exceptional organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Experience with grants management databases and tools.
  • A proactive, motivated, and results-oriented approach, with a strong work ethic.
  • A collaborative team player who actively contributes to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing organisational culture, aligned with GiveOut’s vision and values.

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