Quest Diagnostics

Manager of Grants and Operations

Quest Diagnostics$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in public health or nonprofit grants management, philanthropy, or nonprofit operations
  • Proficiency with grants management software and project tracking tools like SmartSheet
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • 5+ years of experience in a health-focused grantmaking environment (preferred)
  • Understanding of public health concepts and knowledge of IRS regulations for private foundations

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the full grant lifecycle from application to closeout
  • Develop strategies to enhance grantmaking effectiveness and efficiency
  • Collaborate with leadership to manage budgets and grantmaking activities
  • Cultivate trust-based relationships with grantee partners and external stakeholders
  • Prepare portfolio analyses and financial reports for leadership
  • Implement compliance and reporting frameworks to meet regulations
  • Optimize grants management systems and workflow tools

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work environment
  • Potential for travel to engage with grantees and stakeholders
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Manager of Grants & Operations will be a key member of the Foundation team, responsible for overseeing the full grant lifecycle - from application intake through award, reporting, and closeout. This role serves as the primary point of contact for grantees, ensuring accessible, responsive, and relationship-centered engagement throughout each grantmaking cycle.

This role is responsible for maintaining data integrity and driving continuous improvement in our grantmaking systems, including Smartsheet and our grants management system (GMS). This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong operational judgment, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to the foundation's mission.

Responsibilities

Grantmaking Cycle Management:
  • Provide oversight for the entire grantmaking lifecycle, from application and due diligence to award, reporting, and closeout.
  • Develop and implement long-term strategies to enhance grantmaking effectiveness, efficiency, and equity.
  • Collaborate with leadership and program directors to forecast grantmaking activity, manage portfolio budgets, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities.


Grantee Engagement & Support
  • Cultivate and manage trust-based relationships with key grantee partners, funding agencies, and other external stakeholders.


Reporting & Compliance
  • Prepare comprehensive portfolio analyses, financial reports, and strategic recommendations to leadership.
  • Implement and oversee the foundation's compliance and reporting framework, ensuring adherence to all IRS regulations and foundation policies.
  • Oversee the review of grantee financial reports, budgets, and due diligence materials, flagging and resolving potential compliance or risk issues.


Grants Management Systems & Data
  • Optimize the foundation's grants management systems (GMS) and workflow tools (e.g., Smartsheet).


Qualifications

Required:
  • 3+ years of experience in public health or non-profit grants management, philanthropy, or nonprofit operations
  • Proficiency with grants management software, project tracking tools (i.e., SmartSheet) and AI
  • Strong attention to detail with a track record of managing multiple concurrent deadlines


Preferred:
  • 5+ Experience in public health or a non-profit health-focused grantmaking environment
  • Experience in administering of configuring grants management systems at the administrative level


Specific Knowledge:
  • Understanding of population health and public health concepts
  • Knowledge of IRS regulations for private foundations
  • High-level proficiency with grants management software (GMS) and data analysis/workflow tools


Skills:
  • Ability to manage through ambiguity, strategic thinking and business acumen
  • Advanced problem-solving
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with capacity to engage diverse grantees with professionalism, clarity and empathy
  • Self-directed learner who proactively identifies opportunities to improve systems, content, and processes


Work Environment:
  • Remote, CST/EST time zone preferred
  • Travel required


Education:
  • Bachelor Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Non-Profit Management, or similar field (Required)
  • Master Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Non-Profit management, or similar field (Preferred)
  • Certifications in project management (PMP/CAPM/CompTIA) (Preferred)

About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

Quest Diagnostics Careers

Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Quest Diagnostics, you will contribute to a culture that values integrity and accountability, where your work significantly impacts patient health and community well-being. Our diverse team of professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and data to lead advancements in diagnostics and healthcare solutions.

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Whether you're looking for a position in the lab, a leadership role, or a support function, Quest Diagnostics provides a breadth of opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth includes robust training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that every employee can thrive professionally.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your career path with Quest Diagnostics through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about building a rewarding career in healthcare. Our internships provide a solid foundation in industry-specific skills and networking opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.

Benefits and Culture

Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Leadership and Development

We believe in nurturing leadership skills at every level of the organization. Quest Diagnostics offers various leadership programs designed to help you grow as an influential professional. With continuous learning and development, you can expand your expertise and take on new challenges.

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Learn more about Quest Diagnostics
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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