Grant Development Officer

The Jewish Digital Cultural Recovery Project (JDCRP) Foundation is seeking a Grant Development Officer to join our team, starting as soon as possible. This is a limited-term contract through December 2025, with the possibility of extension depending on funding availability.

About Us

The Jewish Digital Cultural Recovery Project Foundation, established in 2019 by the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) and the Commission for Art Recovery (CAR), is based in Berlin, Germany. Our mission is to create and populate a central, scalable digital data repository for archival source material on the cultural plunder conducted during the National Socialist regime.

In addition to this digital repository, the JDCRP platform supports research and education projects that uncover the full scope of the theft and highlight the cultural contributions of European pre-WWII Jewry. By leveraging state-of-the-art technology, we develop cross-archival links and improve search capabilities, serving both specialists and the general public.

Role Overview

The Grant Development Officer will play a vital role in writing, submitting and overseeing grants while ensuring compliance with funder requirements. This includes facilitating communication with donors, partner organizations, and internal team members to ensure alignment between project objectives, grant stipulations, and finances.

This role requires strong bilingual communication skills (German and English), as well as previous grant writing experience with both public and private funding sources. Knowledge of European Union funding is a plus. A background in related fields such as art history, archival research, history, provenance research, Jewish history and Holocaust studies is highly desirable, as is familiarity with AI-driven computer technology and digital humanities.

Responsibilities

Grant Development and Administration:

Identify opportunities for grant proposals and grant extensions that support the JDCRP Foundation’s strategic plans and organizational growth.
Collaborate with the Executive Board and team to design, draft, and submit grant applications, including work plans and projected budgets.
Act as the primary liaison with grant administrators, ensuring smooth communication and compliance.
Monitor grant goals and deadlines, ensuring timely submission of reports and any necessary adjustments.
Plan and oversee the work required for submissions, reporting, and communication with funders and partners.
Create reports on grant expenditures in collaboration with the finance department.

Project Oversight:

Ensure alignment between project activities and grant objectives, timelines, and budgets.
Regularly review grant implementation progress and report to the Board, recommending mid-term adjustments if necessary.
Facilitate collaboration between members of the project team and the Foundation’s finance officer to ensure budget compliance.
Ensure internal operations meet grant requirements and support the JDCRP’s mission.

Donor and Partner Relations:

Research and identify potential funding sources (public and private), initiating contact where appropriate.
Help build and maintain relationships with existing and future donors, funders, and partner organizations in coordination with the Executive Board.
Prepare and organize relevant internal and external meetings with foundation entities, donors, and partner organizations.
Provide updates to the Executive Board and relevant stakeholders.
Maintain detailed records of donor interactions and transactions.

Qualifications
Proven experience in grant writing, development, and project administration in a non-profit or similar sector.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a small team where collaboration and initiative are key.
Bilingual fluency in English and German, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of relevant areas such as art history, archival research, history, provenance research and Holocaust studies is preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Collaborative and proactive work style, with a commitment to integrity and transparency.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and familiarity with grant management software and tools.

What We Offer
A key role in a dynamic, international non-profit organization, ideally based in Berlin.
A limited-term contract through December 2025, with the potential for extension based on funding availability.
Flexible working hours, including options for remote work.
Competitive remuneration aligned with comparable NGO positions.
The opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission alongside a motivated interdisciplinary team.

Application Process
Please submit your application via email to [email protected]. Include a letter of motivation, CV, names of three references, and relevant documentation (e.g., diplomas, recommendations) as a single PDF document (max. 10 MB). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.