Job Posting
 
Assistant Grants Manager
Full-Time/Non-Exempt
 

An Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and AAM accredited, the Japanese American National Museum (JANM) creates groundbreaking historical and arts exhibitions, educational public programs, award-winning documentaries, and innovative curriculum that illuminate the stories and the rich cultural heritage of people of Japanese ancestry in the United States. JANM also speaks out when diversity, individual dignity, and social justice are undermined, vigilantly sharing the hard-fought lessons accrued from this history. JANM’s voice has never been more urgent or relevant than during this time of rising Anti-Asian hate and racism, and it has committed to galvanizing and advocating for the AAPI community.

The Assistant Grants Manager is responsible for managing the execution of foundation and government grants and contract awards. Team oriented individual with at least 2 years of grant administration and compliance experience and one year of finance experience. Familiarity with grant life cycle and processes.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. Additional experience in development operations is beneficial. Previous experience working in a non-profit or museum beneficial. Superior organizational skills and attention to detail are critical; must have strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet multiple competing deadlines. Experience with grant research, leading project team meetings and strong proofreading skills.  Demonstrate commitment and flexibility at all times in order to ensure high quality customer service to coworkers and external constituents; patience and ability to adjust and provide appropriate action when unanticipated need arises. Knowledge of Japanese American history and culture a plus. Internet savvy and adept at Internet-based research; familiar with online foundation directories and using databases. Familiarity with Altru, MS Office and Google suite preferred. Criminal background and credit check is required. Requires full vaccination +booster for COVID-19 to work on-site. Visit http://www.janm.org/jobs/ for full JD and application form. EOE. 

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, ERISA 403(b), FSA, 17 paid holidays, sick and vacation time; complimentary family level membership, on-site parking, discounts in museum store and on-site Chado tea room.

Submit: Cover Letter, application and resume with references

Japanese American National Museum

Attn: Human Resources

Re: Assistant Grants Manager

100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Email: hr@janm.org 

Fax (213) 830-5673

No Phone Calls Please