Application Guide

How to Apply for Technical Operations Specialist (S-Process)

at Survival & Flourishing Fund

🏢 About Survival & Flourishing Fund

The Survival & Flourishing Fund is a unique philanthropic organization that uses systematic, evidence-based approaches to maximize impact. Unlike traditional foundations, they apply rigorous analytical frameworks to grantmaking, making this an opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and high-impact philanthropy with a focus on scalable solutions.

About This Role

This Technical Operations Specialist role focuses on maintaining and improving the technical infrastructure for the S-Process grant system. You'll be automating manual workflows in Google Workspace, writing scripts to streamline grant processing, and ensuring smooth technical operations as the fund scales its philanthropic impact through systematic approaches.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves troubleshooting Google Workspace automation issues, writing or modifying scripts to streamline grant processing workflows, collaborating with the operations team to translate their needs into technical solutions, and documenting systems to ensure smooth scaling of philanthropic operations. You'll balance immediate technical support with longer-term infrastructure improvements.

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🎯 Who Survival & Flourishing Fund Is Looking For

  • Has hands-on experience with Google Workspace administration and advanced Google Sheets automation, not just basic usage
  • Can demonstrate practical scripting skills (Python, JavaScript, or Apps Script) with examples of automating real business processes
  • Shows experience maintaining production systems where errors have real consequences, particularly with sensitive data
  • Possesses both technical skills and the ability to understand philanthropic/business requirements to create effective technical solutions

📝 Tips for Applying to Survival & Flourishing Fund

1

Include specific examples of Google Sheets automation you've built - mention complex formulas, Apps Script integrations, or API connections

2

Showcase a project where you used AI tools (like ChatGPT, Claude, or GitHub Copilot) to understand, debug, or modify existing code

3

Demonstrate your systems thinking by describing how you've documented technical processes for non-technical users

4

If you have nonprofit/philanthropy experience, highlight how you've handled sensitive donor or grant data with appropriate security measures

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Prepare to discuss how you've translated business requirements into technical solutions in past roles, specifically around workflow automation

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with Google Workspace administration and automation at scale', "Specific examples of scripts you've written to automate manual processes (mention languages and outcomes)", "How you've used AI tools to enhance your technical work and problem-solving", 'Your approach to maintaining systems with real users and consequences, especially with sensitive data']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Research the Survival & Flourishing Fund's grantmaking philosophy and S-Process methodology
  • → Look into how systematic philanthropy differs from traditional grantmaking approaches
  • → Explore the technical challenges of scaling philanthropic operations and grant processing systems
  • → Understand the organization's focus areas and how technology enables their impact model

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would automate a manual grant approval workflow using Google Workspace tools
2 Describe a time you had to debug or modify existing code you didn't write - how did AI tools help?
3 How do you ensure data privacy and security when handling sensitive financial information in automated systems?
4 What experience do you have with no-code/low-code platforms like Airtable or Retool for operational systems?
5 How would you approach documenting technical processes for non-technical team members in a philanthropic organization?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Only listing basic Google Sheets skills without demonstrating advanced automation or integration experience
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of scripting or automation projects with measurable outcomes
  • Not showing understanding of the operational consequences when technical systems fail in a production environment

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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