Associate Director of Grants

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of grants for the Organization, performing tasks including research, selection, development, preparation, submission, and upon award, implementation, and compliance management

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties.

• Creates a comprehensive strategy for government, foundation, and corporate funding growth.
• Coordinates the implementation of projects, manages reporting requirements through final close-out, and audits all awarded grants.
• Solicits feedback from grantors.
• Prepares reports and discusses information with the Executive VP in case of denial.
• Directly manages the work of two to three Grant Writers.
• Writes foundation grant proposals and manages several assignments concurrently.
• Ensures that grant activity supports the organization’s mission, goals, and strategic planning efforts.
• Ensures that all grant-related programs and financial activities comply with contractual mandates, and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitors legislation, regulations, developments, and changes related to grants and other financial assistance.
• Staying current on government funding trends and knowledgeable of corporate and individual giving communities.
• Edits, standardizes, or makes changes to material prepared by Grant Writer prior to submitting for approval.
• Publicly represents the organization in the community by attending meetings with the government, local boards, and committees.
• Maintains expertise in areas related to social and economic issues faced by special populations, including returning citizens, families with children experiencing homelessness, LGBTQAI , veterans, and opportunity youth.
• Maintains grant database that includes all necessary information concerning the budget, filing requirements, dates, and applicable LOI and/or LOS.
• Maintains knowledge of general principles and approaches for providing services to clients experiencing housing insecurity, substance use disorders, economic disadvantages, behavioral health challenges and justice involvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from a four-year college or university, and five to seven years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree is a related field preferred.
• Computer skills required include spreadsheet software (Excel), word processing software (Word), electronic mail software (Outlook), Salesforce, and keyboarding.
• Other skills required: 
  1. Synthesize complex and diverse information. 
  2. Develop, coordinate, and communicate project plans. 
  3. Track project process while maintaining budget cost and meeting deadlines. 
  4. Ability to understand budgets as they relate to proposals and grants 
  5. Knowledge of non-profit administration and social services. 
  6. A self-starter who is flexible and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where commitment to mission is critical to success.
  7. Detail-oriented and highly organized. 
  8. Ability to use online databases and other sources to locate biographical, financial, and philanthropic information.
  9. Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Salesforce, and Keyboarding
  10. Ability to remain calm in complex situations.
  11. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
  12. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  13. Able to work well independently and in group settings.
  14. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  15. Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, and measurements.