Grants and Contracts Manager

CHOOSE 180 transforms systems of injustice and supports the young people who are too often impacted by these systems. We envision a future where youthful behavior is decriminalized and young people are offered restorative practices in lieu of traditional prosecution. In place of the school-to-prison pipeline, a community will exist to see youth as possibilities, not problems to be solved and help young people realize their potential and provide them with the tools necessary to achieve their goals.

CHOOSE 180 is made up of passionate individuals who together create a workplace deeply rooted in the community. We place an emphasis on bringing your whole self to the work of CHOOSE 180 as it is our shared conviction that you can't compartmentalize greatness and to do so we have created a safe space for our team to be supported in their highs, lows and everything in between. This is the secret to our impact; passionate people who are committed to being their best, so that they can give their best to our youth and young adults.

Grants and Contracts Manager

Updated: June 26th, 2025

FTE 1.0 Exempt, Reports to: Chief of Finance

About CHOOSE 180:

CHOOSE 180 transforms systems of injustice and supports the young people who are too often impacted by these systems. We envision a future where youthful behavior is decriminalized and young people are offered restorative practices in lieu of traditional prosecution. In place of the school-to-prison pipeline, a community will exist to see youth as possibilities, not problems to be solved and help young people realize their potential and provide them with the tools necessary to achieve their goals.

CHOOSE 180 is made up of passionate individuals who together create a workplace deeply rooted in the community. We place an emphasis on bringing your whole self to the work of CHOOSE 180 as it is our shared conviction that you can't compartmentalize greatness and to do so we have created a safe space for our team to be supported in their highs, lows and everything in between. This is the secret to our impact; passionate people who are committed to being their best, so that they can give their best to our youth and young adults.

Job purpose:

The Senior Grants and Contracts Manager plays an integral role in our organization by seeking grants and managing contracts within CHOOSE 180. The Senior Grants and Contracts Manager ensures grants and contracts are in alignment with the mission of CHOOSE 180 and implemented and complied with.

Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Contracts, Grants and Reporting Oversight

• With support from the Chief of Finance, lead the development and implementation of grant strategies to secure funding from diverse sources, including but not limited to government agencies, foundations, and corporations that are in alignment with CHOOSE 180's missions and vision
• Lead the development and management of funding pipeline that tracks and captures funding opportunities
• Manage grant lifecycles, including but not limited to identifying funding opportunities, proposal development, submission and reporting
• Identify and mitigate risk related to contract compliance, performance and invoicing, developing and implementing improvements as necessary
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with grant-making organizations and funders, seeking opportunities for partnership, collaboration, and long-term funding sustainability
• Collaborate with the Finance and Program teams to monitor contract progress, track spending opportunities, and identify overspending trends
• Lead post-award meetings with internal teams to ensure grant deliverables, budget, and reporting expectations are clearly communicated
• Maintain accurate documentation of all contracts, including amendments, deliverables, and compliance checkpoints
• Facilitate internal audits and external monitoring, ensuring timely access to necessary documentation and reporting tools
• Manage grant proposal and contract management tools in a coordinated approach with CHOOSE 180's accountants

Organizational Leadership and Development

• As needed, support staff with grants and contract related tasks including but not limited to reporting and other related duties
• Actively participate in the annual organizational budget review process, working collaboratively with the Finance and Executive team to ensure alignment between strategic goals and budget allocations
• Participate in strategic discussions and decision-making in various meetings, contributing insights and perspectives to advance organizational objectives
• Improve processes and procedures for sourcing grants and managing awards
• Foster open communication channels between staff and organizational leadership, promoting transparency and inclusivity in decision-making processes

Desired qualifications for this position:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in grants and contract management.
• Proven success in securing and managing funding from government agencies, foundations, and corporate funders, ideally within a nonprofit or youth-focused organization.
• Strong knowledge of grant lifecycles, including prospecting, proposal writing, budgeting, compliance, reporting, and audit preparedness.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and mitigate risk related to contract compliance and performance.
• Experience managing complex funding pipelines, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Comfort working cross-functionally with program, finance, and leadership teams to align funding and organizational priorities.
• Skilled in developing and implementing systems to improve internal contract management processes and ensure compliance.
• Ability to work cross functionally with transparency and accountability, grounded in community- and equity-centered values.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to funders, internal stakeholders, and community partners.
• Proficiency in using grant and project management software, as well as Excel or other budgeting tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, social justice, and youth advocacy, aligned with CHOOSE 180's mission and culture.
• Bachelor's degree in public administration, nonprofit management, business, or a related field or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Working conditions:

This position is required to work some weekend days as well as attend after-hours events, and to be available for consultation when needed. In addition, this position may be called upon and must be capable of compassionate de-escalation and crisis intervention involving youth and/or family members working through trauma.

Compensation and benefits:

CHOOSE 180 is committed to providing employees with a living wage and benefits package. The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000.This position comes with medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a wellness investment.

CHOOSE 180anEqual Opportunity employer regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin,citizenship, age, disabilities, sexual orientation,oranyother legally protected status. Those who have experienced incarceration are encouraged to apply.