Reporting to the CEO, the Grants Manager plays a key leadership role in advancing the organizations mission by securing the institutional funding needed to sustain and grow our programs. This position manages the full lifecycle of grants with foundation, corporate, and government partners : from prospect research and proposal development to funder cultivation and stewardship. With the help of a contracted Grant Writer, the Grants Manager collaborates across teams to align funding strategies with organizational priorities and effectively communicate our impact to funders and stakeholders.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Grant Lifecycle Management (60%)
- Conduct the full range of activities required to research, prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting materials (including budgets) to foundation, corporate, and government funders
- Manage a calendar of foundation, corporate, and government grant deadlines, ensuring timely submission of proposals and reports
- Perform research to evaluate and prioritize prospects for government, corporate, and foundation grants
- Partner with the program team to develop new proposals and funding strategies, ensuring timely and accurate reporting on all activities
- Coordinate with Finance and Data & Impact teams on financial and programmatic components of grants
- Ensure compliance with funder guidelines and maintain accurate records of all submissions and awards
Funder & Stakeholder Relationship Management (25%)
Cultivate and steward relationships with foundation, corporate, and government funders to understand their priorities and align them with the organizations mission and programsBuild strong internal relationships with program staff build grant project plans and ensure collaboration on proposal development, reporting, and impact storytellingWork closely with the development team to ensure consistent communication and messaging across all donor and funder relationshipsRepresent the organization at occasional meetings and events with funders and partners (e.g; in office and offsite funder site visits)Strategic Development & Communications (15%)
Work with the development team to prepare key fundraising and donor cultivation materials such as the Annual Report, funder briefings, and impact summariesMaintain a working knowledge of philanthropic trends and emerging funding opportunities relevant to the organizations missionThink boldly, strategically, and creatively in developing compelling, data-driven fundraising narratives and appeals that advance organizational goalsQUALIFICATIONS
THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE
5+ years of grant writing experience, with a proven track record managing a grants portfolio of at least $3MM across government, corporate, and foundation fundersExceptional writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft concise, compelling, and persuasive narratives that convey our mission and impact on the young people we serveFinancial literacy and the ability to develop and interpret program budgets and grant reportsStrong analytical skills and proficiency in using data to communicate program outcomes through clear, data-driven storytellingExcellent project management and time management abilities, with a talent for balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlinesTechnical proficiency, including strong computer skills and experience with databases, word processing, and AI tools for research, drafting, and analysisExperience with Salesforce or other CRM systems, and Asana or other project management platformsProficient in Google Suite [Drive, Calendar, Sheets, Docs, Meet and Mail]Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams, showing leadership in your area of responsibility with initiative, sound judgment, and professionalismAvailability for occasional evening eventsB.A. or higher degree requiredTHE QUALITIES & ALIGNMENT YOU HAVE
Eligible to work in the U.S.A passion for our mission to mentor and train young filmmakers and build career pathways for underrepresented New YorkersAlignment with our core values : Growth, Trust, Empathy, Community, and Self-expressionA genuine enthusiasm for fundraising and cultivating strong, long-term relationships with institutional partnersA collaborative approach that builds strong partnerships with program, finance, and development staff throughout the grant processStrong networking and relationship-building skills, both within the org and among our broader community of stakeholdersA detail-oriented, proactive, and mission-driven mindset that thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environmentGrowth mindset, effectively seeking diverse learning and experience and proactively implementing feedback for continued improvementA high degree of integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness in stewarding funder and organizational relationships#J-18808-Ljbffr