Grant Operations Temp

Position Title: Grant Operations Temp (July 9 - September 30, 2026)
Grade Level: Level 3/ Non-Exempt
Reports to: Senior Manager, Grant Operations

About NED

The National Endowment for Democracy supports freedom around the world.

At NED, we deliver on the belief that freedom is a universal aspiration. Headquartered in Washington, DC, NED is a private, nonprofit foundation, mandated by Congress, dedicated to strengthening democratic institutions worldwide.

NED reflects an enduring American commitment to stand with those striving for dignity, justice, and opportunity. In 2025, NED made 1,552 grants totaling $271 million to support the work of nongovernmental organizations advancing democratic goals in more than 90 countries, including some of the world’s most challenging and repressive environments.

We seek talented, entrepreneurial professionals motivated by purpose and committed to excellence. At NED, you will join a dynamic team of experts who bring their skills, curiosity, and judgment to a consequential mission at a critical moment for democracy around the world. Our work is guided by our shared values: excellence, respect, empathy, accountability, and adaptability.

Position Summary

The Grant Operations Temp provides critical administrative and operational support for grantmaking activities and internal team functions. This temporary position will backfill tasks during a period of high work volume and gaps in support staff capacity. Key tasks include accurate data entry, record management, and quality control review of grantee financial reports. The ideal candidate has experience as a user of a grants management system or other data management tool, is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC.

Primary Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain information in the grant management system.
• Review grant records and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Track grant documentation and ensure required records are received, filed, and maintained.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of grant and organizational data.
• Provide general administrative support for the Grant Operations department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• One to two years of administrative, office support, customer service, or related experience.
• Experience entering and maintaining accurate data in databases or other electronic systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Dependable, collaborative, and service-oriented approach to work.
• Interest in international affairs and the support and strengthening of democratic institutions worldwide.
• Foreign language fluency in Arabic, French, Russian, or Spanish is helpful.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Talent in Action

Consistent with NED’s talent statement, and grounded in our values, the successful individual in this role will demonstrate the following competencies in the delivery of their work while supporting NED’s efforts to advance democratic change:

• Purpose-Driven
• Reliable
• Expertise
• Respectful Collaboration
• Curiosity
• Results-Oriented
• An Optimistic Mindset

NED Total Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $21.87 to $31.61 hourly.

The salary for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to an individual’s professional experience, qualifications, education, and other business needs along with internal equity considerations. Employees are not typically hired at the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are based on the aforementioned circumstances.

NED also offers a generous benefits package that demonstrates its commitment to employee health and well-being.