The Azrieli Foundation is one of Canada’s largest philanthropic foundations, supporting initiatives in education, science & healthcare, research and the arts. Through strategic grants and collaborative initiatives, we strive to foster innovation, empowerment and drive positive change within these critical sectors in Canada and Israel. The Azrieli Foundation is seeking a Grants Manager to join the team on a one-year contract covering a maternity leave. Reporting to the VP, Grants, the Grants Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of a portfolio of grants outside the Foundation’s core Areas of Impact, with a significant portion focused on Jewish Education and Jewish Community. This role combines strategic grant development with hands‑on operational execution across the full grant lifecycle, including intake, evaluation, documentation, payments, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities Strategic & Portfolio Management Maintains and expands knowledge of relevant fields, including trends, research, policy developments, and emerging issues to inform grant‑making strategies Works with Senior Management to develop and implement strategies and policies for Board consideration When directed, identifies and develops funding and partnership opportunities aligned with the Foundation’s mission and regulatory requirements Contributes to the design, development, and refinement of new initiatives and funding programs Develops and tracks key performance indicators to assess grant impact and inform future decision‑making Grant Lifecycle Management Manages grants from intake through evaluation, approval, payment, and reporting, through a relational lens with the grantee organization Conducts preliminary review and assessment of grant applications, including alignment with Foundation priorities and completeness of submissions Prepares documentation for internal review and Board consideration, including summaries, analysis, and recommendations Monitors funded grants to ensure compliance with agreements, timelines, and deliverables Evaluates outcomes and impact of funded initiatives to support strategic decisions Supports overall grants operations, including process improvements and documentation Provides grant‑related operational support to Senior Management as required Document & Content Creation Drafts and reviews grant‑related materials, including proposals, summaries, agreements, and internal briefing documents Prepares Board materials and supporting documentation for grant recommendations Contributes to the development and refinement of templates, guidelines, and internal resources Stakeholder Communication & Relationship Management Serves as a primary point of contact for funded organizations and applicants Manages ongoing communication with grantees, including follow‑ups, reporting requirements, and issue resolution Coordinates internal communication to ensure alignment across teams on grant decisions and processes Represents the Foundation externally, including at conferences and sector events Data Management & Systems Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date grant records within the Foundation’s grants management system (Fluxx) Ensures data integrity across grant records, including status updates, reporting milestones, and financial tracking Supports reporting and data analysis to inform internal and external stakeholders Research & Analysis Conducts research to support due diligence, including organizational assessments and sector analysis Evaluates grant proposals using qualitative and quantitative frameworks Expertise in budget preparation, budget analysis and review Synthesizes findings into clear recommendations for internal stakeholders and the Board Event & Initiative Coordination Supports the planning and coordination of meetings, site visits, and events related to funded initiatives Assists with logistics and stakeholder engagement for grant‑related activities Financial Administration & Payments Coordinates grant payment processes, including verification of deliverables and compliance with funding conditions Works with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely disbursement of funds Tracks grant budgets and payment schedules Qualifications And Experience Minimum three (3) years of experience in a similar role within a nonprofit or philanthropic organization Experience working with Jewish life or the Jewish community is an asset Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills Demonstrated project management and organizational capability Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across stakeholders with differing perspectives Detail‑oriented with strong execution and follow‑through Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with grants management systems (e.g., Fluxx) or similar platforms Highly organized, adaptable, and able to meet tight timelines French language skills are an asset #J-18808-Ljbffr