THE FOUNDATION
The DC Bar Foundation is theleading funder of civil legal aid in the District of Columbia. We are committedto the vision that residents of the District have equal access to justice,regardless of income. Our mission is to fund, support, and improve legalrepresentation of people who are financially disenfranchised or who areotherwise underserved in the District of Columbia.
OUR BELIEFS
We believe that everyone shouldhave access to justice regardless of wealth, knowledge, or power. We seek to becommunity-rooted, led by the voices of those most impacted by our decisions. Webelieve in working collaboratively and demonstrating mutual respect for eachother’s capacities, contributions, and ideas. We believe that we must workwithin ourselves, our networks, and our institutions to challenge racism witheach decision we make. Finally, we believe in Team. It’s not just about gettingthe work done; it’s about HOW you get it done.
POSITIONSUMMARY
The Grants Database Manager isresponsible for the Grants Management System (GMS) and for assuring operationsare aligned with generally recognized grants management best practices as wellas DC Bar Foundation (DCBF) standards. The Manager will play a key role indeveloping and executing the lifecycle of all grant programs through the customSalesforce module employed by the Foundation. As DCBF works to become morecentralized with its data, this role will be instrumental in helping us grow inour data practices. The Grants Database Manager is a core team member who willmanage the GMS and use grantee data to help demonstrate the impact of theFoundation’s investments.
The ideal candidate for thisrole is someone who has the knowledge of and has used the listed technologies,ideally acting as a project leader. The ideal candidate brings with thementhusiasm for supporting others with less technical skills and experience,enjoys connecting with others and working as part of an engaged team. Acommitment to continuous improvement is critical; evidenced in this role byongoing review and evaluation of existing data, and development of datacleaning and analysis strategies to improve and maximize data usage. Experienceworking in a small organization and with grants management is a plus.
ESSENTIAL JOBFUNCTIONS
The following list of duties isnot exhaustive. The Foundation may also outline additional responsibilitiesthat are not included in this job description.
• Serve as system owner for the GrantsManagement System (GMS), including vendor management, administrative andquality oversight, and content control with assistance from the Technology andData Governance Specialist.
• Set up, manage, and establish the protocolsfor the GMS, including training and supporting the Programs Team and providingsupport to Grantee Partners.
• Responsible for software-related activitiesin programming, process workflow configuration, data management, data analysis,and reporting for the grants management system.
• Manage third-party software integrations suchas DocuSign, FormAssembly, and Tableau.
• Provide GMS-related administrative support tothe Programs Team throughout the life cycle of each grant round includingpreparing, auditing, and monitoring application submissions, providingtechnical assistance to applicants and grantees, coordinating the applicationsreview process, preparing and monitoring grant award documentation, grantadjustments, grant extensions, preparing and submitting invoices for grantpayments, and scheduling and monitoring grantee report submission.
• Utilize data in the GMS to create dashboards,ad hoc reports, mapping, graphs, and other visualizations for various internaland external stakeholders.
• Provide general operational support includingthe organization of files, creation of presentation materials, and data entry.
• Ensure integrity of data, in accordance withlegal and regulatory requirements, as well as DCBF’s processes andrequirements, including leading data clean-up initiatives (deduplication,ensuring data accuracy, etc.).
• Demonstrate continuous efforts to improveoperations, streamline processes, and work cooperatively to execute programseffectively, addressing issues necessary to enhance desired outcomes.
• Keep abreast of new Salesforce features,functionality, and integrations to provide recommendations for processimprovements.
MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS
Education& Experience
• Experience working in a nonprofit orfoundation environment, preferably supporting grantmaking functions.
• Knowledge of nonprofit grantmaking processesand procedures, including participation in at least one full grant cycle withmultiple applicants.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level of workexperience.
• Minimum of four years of progressiveexperience handling responsibilities comparable to those outlines for thisrole.
Technical& Systems Expertise
• Strong experience with Salesforce, includingcustom modules, workflow configuration, reporting, and system administration.
• Proficiency in data querying, reporting,analysis, and dashboard development.
• Strong data management skills including datacleaning, deduplication, data integrity protocols, and database governance.
• Understanding data privacy, security, andcompliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite andAdobe Acrobat.
Data Strategy& Continuous Improvement
• Demonstrated commitment to continuousimprovement through evaluating systems, processes, and data practices.
• Ability to develop data analysis strategiesthat support organizational learning and impact measurement.
• Experience supporting organizational datacentralization or data maturity initiatives.
• Ability to translate data insights intoaccessible information for non-technical audiences.
ProjectManagement & Organizational Skills
• Demonstrated project management skills andthe ability to coordinate various activities and resources.
• Highly organized with the ability toprioritize and manage timelines while being flexible in work assignments.
• Excellent attention to detail, with highstandards of quality and accuracy.
• Conscientious, thorough, and precise, withthe ability to produce high quality deliverables.
• Task-oriented with strong follow throughskills needed to complete work correctly and on time.
• Self-disciplined, serious about the work, andstrong sense of duty.
Collaboration& Communication
• Excellent written and verbal communicationskills demonstrated through a factual and sincere communication style.
• Ability to train and support users withvarying levels of technical proficiency.
• Ability to work both independently andcollaboratively within a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to apositive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
ProfessionalAttributes & Values
• Demonstrated commitment to racial equity,diversity, and mission-driven work.
• Ability to contribute to a positive workenvironment.
• Ability to work efficiently independently andwith a team.
• Conscientious, thorough, and precise with astrong sense of accountability and duty.
• Sound judgment and professional maturity inhandling sensitive information and organizational priorities, with anunderstanding of when issues require escalation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving,and growth-oriented environment.
WORKENVIRONMENT
This role is based inWashington, DC, and will require work to be performed remotely and within theoffice space. The position involves frequent use of computers, phones, andvirtual meeting platforms. The role may require periodic work outside of regularbusiness hours and occasional local travel.
The physical demands arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to safely andsuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job consistent withfederal, state, and local standards, including meeting productivity standards.Persons with mental and physical disabilities are eligible for this position aslong as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonableaccommodation is made to their known limitations.
The DC Bar Foundation providesequal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employmentwithout regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, age, religion, nationalorigin, sexual orientation, personal appearance, political affiliation,pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, status as avictim of an intrafamily offense, domestic partner or familial status, maritalstatus, matriculation, family responsibilities, source of income, place ofresidence or business, veteran status or active military service, disability,credit information, or status as a victim or family member of a victim ofdomestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, or any other characteristicprotected by local or federal law.
In addition to the protectionsoutlined by the federal government, the Foundation complies with all applicablelaws governing nondiscrimination in employment, including but not limited tothe DC Human Rights Act (DCHRA).
COMPENSATIONAND BENEFITS
We believe in paying fairly andcompetitively. To execute this, we utilize a strategic compensation reviewprocess to determine starting pay rates as well as annual adjustments. Thehiring range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000. Decisions regarding eachindividual’s compensation are made using a holistic analysis of market rates,experience, competencies, education, performance, internal equity, annualbudget, and economic state.
We also believe in supportingemployees’ professional development, health and wellness, and work/lifebalance. Our benefits include health insurance, medical and dependent careFSAs, 401(k) retirement plan with match, commuter benefits, home office allowance,summer hours, professional development allowance, vacation and sick leave, andsabbatical appreciation leave.
TO APPLY
Submit your resume and coverletter outlining how your qualifications align with the requirements for thisposition. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.No calls or emails please.