Director Of Grants & Research

Director of Grants and Research

Position Overview
Be a part of a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the earning potential of the local community through innovative employment initiatives that lead to economic advancement and an improved quality of life for residents. As the Director of Grants and Research, you will be responsible for the full range of grant development activities for the organization, such as researching and writing proposals while also maintaining the donor database.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage grant processes
• Lead a strategic approach aimed at securing financial support from new and existing resources
• Evaluate all potential grant opportunities and determine whether the agency should apply
• Serve as agency's lead grant writer and provide management leadership to the grant-writing process
• Regularly prepare documentation ensuring that all data is completed accurately and on time
• Assist in tracking and reporting for grant awards, submittals and projects
• Maintain knowledge of agency funding gaps and prioritize program funding needs
• Maintain an annual grant cycle calendar to identify and track state, federal, and foundations grant openings to ensure that complete, professional grant applications are submitted in a timely manner
• Maintain comprehensive data files on all foundations/grantors

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in liberal arts and sciences field, required
• 5+ years of related grant management and writing experience with public and private grant proposals and applications, required
• A proven track record of success in securing gifts from foundations and corporations
• Excellent self-management motivated by outcomes and goals
• Proven leadership and management experience delegating and creating clarity for team members and direct reports
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organization skills, and time management
• An effective communicator, with strong oral and written skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a goal-oriented work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills across a diverse population
• Experience with Salesforce or other donor management software preferred
• Experience with MailChimp or other email marketing software preferred
• Demonstrated success in information management and project management
• Budget planning and financial management experience a plus
• Experience with staff or intern supervision a plus
• Passion for the organization's mission and goals
• A commitment to social and economic justice

Compensation

• Salary: $80,000
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Vacation
• 401k Match

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