Director of Grants

Director of Grants

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UrbanPromise
Published
August 3, 2022
Location
3700 Rudderow Street
Job Type
Contact Name (not public)
UrbanPromise
Main Phone
856 382 1860

Description

Position Title:   Director of Grants (Full -Time                                Department: Development

 

Reports To: Director of Development                                        Salary: $61, 283/YR + Total Rewards package with benefits 401(K) – match

 

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Development, the Director of Grants is responsible for overseeing UrbanPromise’s grant funding representing approximately $1M+ per year from 50+ entities. This comprises primarily private family foundations and corporate foundations. The Director of Grants is responsible for relationship management with grantors, writing grant applications, pre-award coordination of all grant applications, post-award budget development/accounting coordination and support for program managers in charge of grant-funded projects, search, and notification of opportunities for external sources of funding including grants and foundations, grant reporting/deliverables and general oversight of grant development. The Director of Grants monitors and ensures compliance with grant agreements.

The Director of Grants will also develop and lead initiatives that support corporate engagement and corporate giving, help build organizational fundraising capacity within the development team and among the broader staff, and support general development activities and events.

Essential Job Functions:

 Grants Oversight & Growth

  • Provide overall coordination of grants (currently ~25% of revenue), working with the Grants Officer, Director of Development, and any other team members who manage a portfolio of grants and/or manage grantor relationships.
  • For each of the following, directly manage a portfolio of 30+ grantors, and provide leadership and coordination on full team efforts (and other portfolio holders) for all grantors:

A. Manage relationships with grantors, building existing relationships and seeking opportunities to develop relationships with prospective grantors. Ensure that grantors are engaged through communications, individual relationships, events, impact reports, etc. in accordance with the funders’ interests.

B. Research and identify viable grant funding opportunities that match organizational goals and established priorities. Review and assess all opportunities identified by leadership or other team members. Assess fit of viable grant opportunities with managers and key staff prior to application.

C. Lead proposal development for existing and prospective grantors. Ensure that timelines are established with relevant parties for proposal development and submission, draft proposals, coordinating with team members for content, data, budgets, etc. Throughout the proposal development process, ensure alignment with organizational budget and goals.

D. Upon award, review grant award letters/grant agreements, grant applications and budgets. Ensure that all internal staff (e.g., leadership, program staff, accounting) are aware of relevant information. Track all deadlines, monitor communications about the grant, and ensure compliance with the grant agreement. Prepare amendment requests/notifications of changes as needed.

E. Lead report development in accordance with the funders’ requirements. Coordinate with team members to collect relevant data, narrative, and financial reports.

  •  Create grants revenue budget annually and report regularly on the progress against the budget to the development team.
  • Update/maintain accounts that relate to grants including annual renewal with the System for Award Management, Charity Navigator, Foundation Center, and similar.
  • Supports administrative work associated with grants including but not limited to programmatic database support (ensuring that programmatic data is collected and providing support to staff) and updating organizational and local data/statistics.
  • In collaboration with the Development Director, design and implement capacity-building activities that will enhance the organization’s ability to find, secure, and execute grants. Identify and incorporate professional development and educational opportunities for UrbanPromise’s new Technology Learning System.
  • Manage and support the Grant Officer whose role is to manage specific portfolio of grants.

Corporate Giving Programs

  • Analyze past and current corporate giving and corporate engagement programs. Develop and propose a plan for building and strengthening corporate engagement and giving. Upon approval, develop infrastructure and lead implementation with the support of team members assigned as cultivators.

Development Team Collaboration & Support

  • Collaborate with development team members as determined with the Development Director and the team and support capacity-building in other areas of expertise including individual donor cultivation/solicitation.
  • As a full-time team member, support large scale and small-scale donor events as requested, typically including roles the week of and during the event.
  • Some evening and weekend work required to support special events/other donor activities.

Essential Job Requirements:

EDUCATION             

Bachelor’s Degree Required; Masters Preferred

 

EXPERIENCE  

5+ in nonprofit development and fundraising, including 3+ years grant writing experience

 

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Highly detailed oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment as well as independently
  • Able to perform under minimum supervision within the scope of normal duties and responsibilities, difficult or unique situations to the supervisor
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
  • Sensitivity and respect for confidential information
  • Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to work well and support relationships with all different areas of the organization
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, and database programs; must be comfortable navigating a variety of grant portals

 

PREFERRED SKILLS

DonorPerfect experience is a plus

  • Familiar with Foundation Directory Online and able to identify relevant grant opportunities through a variety of search techniques

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lift 1lbs -5lbs

 

**Equal Opportunity Statement

UrbanPromise values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged in the UrbanPromise mission and to promote racial and social equity in our work.

UrbanPromise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants who believe they meet the stated qualifications are encouraged to apply. Applications should be submitted to UrbanPromise Ministries, Chief People Officer at pfoxx@urbanpromiseusa.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How To Apply

Please submit resume and cover letter to pfoxx@urbanpromiseusa.org