Grants Manager

Position Title: Grants Manager

Hours: Full Time

Salary Range: $48,000 - $52,000 depending upon experience

Reports to: Executive Director

Position Summary:

The Grant Manager initiates, facilitates, and manages the development of applications for funding through highly competitive federal, state, and other grant opportunities, as well as providing post-award support to departments to help ensure timely and appropriate use of grant funds and successful grant implementation. The primary responsibilities of this position include prospect research; grant development, writing and production; grants management, tracking and reporting; supporting funder relationships; and coordination with staff working to accomplish grant related goals.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to Community enCompass’ mission and growth of its programs
• Knowledge of non-profit sector, including grant submission and administration processes
• Proven track record of funded grant proposals; experience with government grants highly desired
• Advanced writing skills in a range of formats such as complex proposals, brief summaries, and other business communications, along with a talent for capturing organization spirit and mission in writing
• Demonstrate understanding of strategic grant cultivation, research, and pipeline development
• Strong interpersonal skills. Must communicate effectively with a diverse group of neighbors and program participants, board and committee members, and employees from all levels within various organizations and agencies.
• Knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office suite and Google Docs
• Commitment to Asset Based Community Development philosophy.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, cope with change, and comfortably handle uncertainty.
• Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field or equivalent work experience
• 3 to 5 years of development experience, particularly in grant writing and grant management
• Able to function both independently and as a member of a team
• Demonstrated cultural and economic sensitivity

Roles and Responsibilities

Development Expertise

• Develop and apply a strategy to retain annual grant funding and expand the base of support to provide new funding opportunities and partnerships
• Provide follow-up reporting and draw requests for grants as required
• Work in partnership with the fundraising/development team to strengthen relationships with individuals, major donors, corporations, foundations, and family offices
• Develop and leverage communications effectively to engage donors and publicize key partnerships
• Communicate regularly and effectively with Executive Director and other leaders

Income Generation

• Develop and implement annual grants prospecting/submission/reporting cycle in collaboration with the Executive Director and other teammates
• Write, produce, and submit compelling Letters of intent, proposals, reports and other documents to both private and public sector funding agencies
• Organize pre-proposal strategy meetings with program, development, and leadership staff to assess funding needs and opportunities, and ensure accurate and timely submission of all Letters of Intent, proposals, and reports.
• Manage and develop efficient internal processes regarding grants including a grants calendar, acknowledgement of grants received, and communication with key staff

Research and Planning

• Conduct prospect research to ensure that the pipeline for new funding is continuously replenished
• Maintain data, demographic information, and agency document files to ensure accurate information and updated documents are consistently used in all proposals and reports
• Provide regular goal and progress reports for staff, finance department, and key stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records and files related to grants and funder relations
• Initiate, maintain, evaluate, and recommend procedures and systems for improved management of the grants process

Relationship Development

• and support the Executive Director and other leaders to develop and maintain relationships including organizing outreach, exploratory meetings, site visits, and other cultivation opportunities
• Foster relationships with the philanthropic funding community through participation in relevant industry events, as well as

Development Support

• Participate in the organization’s annual Taste and See event
• Be an active contributor to Development Department activities as needed and directed
• Attend relevant committee and community meetings, representing Community enCompass to the public
• Attend workshops and other skill-building activities as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Standard office setting working at a computer.

Our Team, Benefits, and Compensation:

We are proud of our team culture: Friendly and informal, fast-paced, and mission-focused. We share a deep commitment to the mission of Community enCompass: to build healthy neighborhoods in partnership with our neighbors in 4 key areas: Youth, Food, Housing and Neighboring.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Grant writing: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location