Role: Fiscal Sponsorship Coordinator

Location: LATAM

Preferred Location: Colombia or Mexico

Employment Type: Contractor

Pay Type: Fixed Monthly Compensation

Benefits: This contractor role includes paid time off, an annual performance bonus, home office support, and professional development support, as outlined below.

Who we are

Realize Impact is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating social and environmental impact through innovative funding, partnership, and ecosystem-building solutions. Since 2013, we have supported mission-driven entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and impact-focused organizations working to address some of the world's most pressing challenges.

Our core programs include philanthropic investing, fiscal sponsorship, and investment partnerships with other nonprofits. Since launching our Philanthropic Investment Grant (PHIG) program in 2020, we have deployed nearly $100 million in philanthropic capital across 300+ impact investments globally.

As a remote-first organization, we combine the analytical rigor of impact investing with hands-on operational expertise and a deep commitment to integrity, collaboration, and measurable social change. Our team partners with donors, foundations, nonprofit leaders, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem stakeholders to build a more equitable and sustainable future while continuing to scale our programs and organization capacity.

Position Summary

The Fiscal Sponsorship Coordinator plays a supporting role in administering Realize Impact's fiscal sponsorship program. This position is responsible for working with Fiscal Sponsorship staff to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the program, including supporting fiscally sponsored organizations throughout their lifecycle, coordinating donor and grant-related activities, maintaining accurate program records, and helping ensure compliance with organizational policies and fiscal sponsorship requirements.

The Fiscal Sponsorship Coordinator serves as a secondary operational point of contact for fiscally sponsored organizations and collaborates closely with the Fiscal Sponsorship team, Finance & Operations team, organizational leadership, and external stakeholders to deliver a seamless experience for sponsored organizations, donors, and partners.

This role collaborates across program, finance, and operations functions to support organizational priorities, improve processes, and contribute to the success of a growing, mission-driven organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about building relationships while supporting organizations creating meaningful social and environmental impact.

What You Will Do

Fiscal Sponsorship Program Administration

• Coordinate the day-to-day administration of Realize Impact's fiscal sponsorship program
• Coordinate onboarding and setup of newly approved fiscally sponsored organizations
• Manage annual renewal processes for fiscally sponsored projects
• Maintain accurate program records, documentation, and tracking systems
• As needed, support the Fiscal Sponsorship team with initial due diligence on prospective sponsored projects
• As needed, support the preparation of fiscal sponsorship recommendation materials and supporting documentation for Investment Committee review and approval processes

Partner & Project Support

• Serve as a secondary operational point of contact for fiscally sponsored organizations
• Coordinate routine communication and follow-up activities with sponsored projects
• Help ensure sponsored organizations remain informed and supported throughout their participation in the program

Donations, Grants & Reporting

• Coordinate donation processing, grant administration, and fund disbursement activities
• Track and monitor donations received on behalf of sponsored organizations
• Manage donor acknowledgements, tax receipts, grant notifications, and related communications
• Maintain accurate records of donations, grants, and program transactions
• Support reporting activities for donors, sponsored projects, and organizational leadership

Program Operations & Data Management

• Maintain fiscal sponsorship tracking systems, reporting tools, and program records
• Ensure supporting documentation is organized, complete, and accessible
• Assist with monitoring program metrics and preparing reporting and analysis
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, documentation, and operational efficiency
• Support compliance and recordkeeping requirements associated with fiscal sponsorship activities and help ensure adherence to organizational policies and sponsorship agreements

Organizational Development & Communications

• Contribute to organizational communications, marketing initiatives, and ecosystem engagement efforts
• Draft fiscal sponsorship content for RI newsletters, blog, and social media
• Participate in process improvement and organizational development efforts as needed

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Organizational Support

• Collaborate across program, finance, operations, and growth functions to support organizational priorities and ensure a seamless stakeholder experience
• Provide backup and operational support across organizational programs and workflows during periods of increased demand, staff absences, or organizational transitions
• Participate in cross-functional projects, special initiatives, and other organizational priorities as needed

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required
• Professional proficiency in English is required
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, 2+ years preferred in nonprofit operations, program administration, project management, philanthropy, impact investing, grants administration, or related fields
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Adaptable and comfortable operating in a growing and evolving organization
• Passion for social impact, philanthropy, and mission-driven work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with fiscal sponsorship programs
• Experience in nonprofit administration, grants management, or donor services
• Familiarity with impact investing, philanthropy, or donor-advised funds
• Experience with CRM systems, project management tools, and reporting platforms
• Graduate education in nonprofit management, business, or a related field is a plus
• Fluency in French is a plus
• Prior experience working in a fully remote environment

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required
• Professional proficiency in English is required
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, 2+ years preferred in nonprofit operations, program administration, project management, philanthropy, impact investing, grants administration, or related fields
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Adaptable and comfortable operating in a growing and evolving organization
• Passion for social impact, philanthropy, and mission-driven work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit administration, grants management, or donor services
• Familiarity with impact investing, philanthropy, or donor-advised funds
• Experience with CRM systems, project management tools, and reporting platforms
• Investment banking experience
• Graduate education in nonprofit management, business, or a related field is a plus
• Fluency in French is a plus
• Prior experience working in a fully remote environment

What You Will Get From Us / Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities 
• Flexible remote work environment
• 38 days of paid time off, including 18 local holidays and 20 personal/vacation days
• Annual performance bonus
• Home office support in accordance with company guidelines
• Professional development support and stipend for reasonable learning and development expenses
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and qualifications
• Opportunity to work directly with organizational leadership, funders, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem partners