Grants Manager

The Grants Manager leads the development, management, and reporting of all grants for our organization. You'll research, identify, create, and submit compelling grant proposals as well as cultivate relationships with current and potential foundations and corporations who help deepen our impact in the community. Additionally, you will play a critical role in supporting department goals and priorities. This position has the opportunity to be fully remote or follow our hybrid model (business office/remote).

You will also support the enterprise’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and the core character values of the YMCA. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Advancement, you will partner closely with other senior leaders throughout the enterprise to achieve outcomes.  

Salary: $51,000 - $55,000 per year, depending on experience. Final compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits & Perks:

• Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health Insurance
• Up to 48 days of PTO over vacation, holidays, personal, and sick leave
• Free Nationwide Gym Membership for your Household
• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
• Learning and development workshops
• Career advancement opportunities
• Cell Phone Plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!                                

What You'll Do:

• Partners with YMCA Advancement and program team members to aid proposal preparation and submission including comprehensive narratives reflecting the robust YMCA programs.
• Research new grant opportunities and conduct prospect research on foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individuals.
• Assist in the identification of corporations to engage with the volunteer efforts and prospect pipeline for potential grants and sponsorships in partnership with the Advancement Division.
• Partners with departments as they relate to grant development for successful funding and reporting compliance.
• Write, compile, and submit grant proposals to foundations, government agencies, and corporations.
• Coordinate with the Advancement team, executive leadership, program team members, and CEO (Chief Executive Officer) on deadlines, the timing of submissions and requests, and information-sharing.
• Collect required documentation and financials for grant submissions
• Establish and manage a comprehensive process for timely and accurate grant evaluation, quality compliance, project, and program fulfillment, and reporting to funders.
• Create and maintain an efficient and effective grant tracking and reporting system that aids the financial development efforts of the Y.
• Lead personalized stewardship to thank and reflect grantor impact of their support.
• Lead strategic cultivation efforts for building relationships with potential new funders.
• Maintain rigorous funder records in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Database System and implement an organized system of communications to steward grant partnerships regarding awards and the management of funders’ requirements for recognition.
• Assist in Y fundraising activities and extraordinary events as a key team member of the Advancement team.
• Serve as an exempt team member and perform duties as assigned by the supervisor and President/CEO of the YMCA.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items including equipment, furniture and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What We're Looking For:

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
  • 3 years of experience in writing grants.
  • Proven record of accomplishment securing gifts through the grant writing process
  • Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising best practices
  • Experience with using a Customer Relationship Management Database. Experience with Raiser’s Edge is preferred.
  • Grant Professionals Certification (GPC) or related certification is a plus.
• You are a Cause-Drive Leader – You are effective at:
  • Advancing our mission and cause – providing visionary leadership to ensure resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community
  • Building relationships – connecting people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships, and collaborations to co-create solutions to pressing social needs
  • Leading operations – ensuring relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community
  • Developing and inspiring people – supporting the holistic development of self and others so everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain our culture, and inspire others to action

About Us:

The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic, equitable force in the community that helps people of all backgrounds improve their total wellbeing and quality of life. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y is a $40 million community enterprise that serves nearly 100,000 people annually through eight centers. We also provide afterschool education and care at more than 70 licensed campuses in four school districts. Unlike any other organization in the region, the Austin Y has the unique ability to welcome, educate and elevate all, and is committed to creating innovative programs, places…and people.

Additional Information: 

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary : $51,000 - $55,000