Senior Manager, Charities

Our client's foundation dedicated to making a positive impact in our community through charitable initiatives. They are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Manager, Charities to oversee end-to-end project management of the charity funding project.

About the role

• Lead a team and oversee the end-to-end project management of charitable initiatives and grant making activities, from inception to evaluation.
• Collaborate with the foundation’s leadership to identify funding priorities and strategic goals.
• Manage the entire grant cycle, including application review, due diligence, fund disbursement, and impact assessment.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, time-lines, and budgets.
• Build and maintain relationships with grantees, community organisations, and other stakeholders throughout the project life-cycle.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of funded projects, ensuring alignment with foundation goals.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for the foundation’s board and stakeholders, highlighting project outcomes and lessons learned.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to grant making and project management.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for grantees to enhance their capacity and project execution.

About the person

• Bachelor’s degree in non-profit management, government, universities, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in end-to-end project management or PMO experience,
• Ideally comes with experience of commercial project management
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Passion for philanthropy and a commitment to social impact.