Strategic Grant Manager

Seeking a seasoned professional to lead grant acquisition and contract management initiatives.

This position plays a pivotal role in securing funding for our organization, ensuring alignment with our mission and vision. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in grants and contract management, with expertise in prospecting, proposal writing, budgeting, compliance, reporting, and audit preparedness.

• Grant Strategy and Oversight
  • Develop and implement effective grant strategies to secure funding from diverse sources, including government agencies, foundations, and corporate funders.
  • Lead the development and management of funding pipelines, tracking deliverables and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of all contracts, including amendments, deliverables, and compliance checkpoints.
  • Cultivate and strengthen relationships with grant-making organizations and funders, seeking opportunities for partnership, collaboration, and long-term funding sustainability.
• Organizational Leadership and Development
  • Support staff with grants and contract-related tasks, including 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.
  • Foster open communication channels between staff and organizational leadership, promoting transparency and inclusivity in decision-making processes.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A 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 our organization'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.

We offer a competitive salary range of $75,000 - $80,000, medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a wellness investment.

We are passionate individuals who create a workplace deeply rooted in the community. We bring our whole selves to work, because we believe you can't compartmentalize greatness. Our team is a safe space for support in highs, lows, and everything in between. This is the secret to our impact: passionate people committed to being their best, so they can give their best to our youth and young adults.