Community Investment Administrator

Position Summary: The Community Foundation is seeking a full-time Community Investment Administrator with exceptional attention to detail and technical skills. Principal functions include administration and documentation of grants, as well as scholarship funds and committees; database management for grant and constituent records; grant reporting; and lead technical support and training for the Foundation’s online grant portal. Visit our website for a full job description at www.ourcommunity.org/about/careers

Position Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Accurate keyboard and data entry skills
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Proficient and comfortable working with information technology, including Databases, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Adobe Pro, Zoom, and other online platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; strong commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Highly organized; willing and able to perform multiple job duties and projects simultaneously
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills
• Self-reliant, proactive, results-oriented
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative
• Manner and appearance consistent with a professional office atmosphere
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel on Foundation business 

Other Position Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, it is expected that the employee will be required to work and attend meetings, events, and conferences beyond the hours of the standard workday. Occasionally, this will include some travel and time away from home. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee usually encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

At the Community Foundation, we celebrate the rich diversity of the people in our tri-county region and seek to build an inclusive team that reflects that diversity. We extend a warm welcome to all qualified candidates applying for this position.

About Us: The Community Foundation is passionate about creating vibrant, thriving communities throughout Michigan’s capital region. The Foundation serves donors to meet their unique charitable goals, supports area nonprofits with grants and coaching, and leads innovative projects that create a vibrant community. The Community Foundation (also known as the Capital Region Community Foundation) is a tax-exempt public charity that serves charitable needs and enhances the quality of life for people in Ingham, Clinton, and Eaton counties. More information about the foundation is available on our website, www.ourcommunity.org

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to krogers@ourcommunity.org or mail to:

Kristin Rogers

Capital Region Community Foundation

330 Marshall St., Suite 300

Lansing, MI 48912