What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Manager position at Academy Prep Foundation?
Role Title: Grants Manager
Organization: Academy Prep Foundation
Role Summary
The Grants Manager at the Academy Prep Foundation is responsible for securing grants, funding, and resources to support our mission. This role plays a pivotal part in sustaining and expanding our programs and ensuring that every student has access to the opportunities they deserve.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Acquisition
- Research and identify potential grant opportunities that align with the foundation’s and school's mission and programs
- Develop and implement a comprehensive grant program strategy
- Build and maintain relationships with grant making organizations and foundations
Grant Proposal Development
- Prepare, write, and submit grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and objectives
- Leverage Student Information System data to provide compelling statistics and outcomes in grant proposals, highlighting the impact of our programs
- Collaborate with program managers and faculty to gather relevant information for proposals
- Work with the finance team to create grant budgets, ensuring accurate financial projections
- Monitor grant budgets to ensure funds are allocated and spent in accordance with grant requirements
Compliance and Reporting
- Collaborate with faculty and administration teams to measure and report the impact of grant funded programs
- Ensure that grant-funded programs and initiatives comply with all relevant laws and regulations and funding agreements
- Maintain records of all grants, deadlines, and reporting requirements, while integrating Student Information System data for accurate reporting
- Prepare and submit regular reports to grantors, providing updates on program progress and outcomes, supported by Student Information System data
- Prepare financial reports for grantors as required
Community and Funder Engagement
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including funders, prospects, board members, staff, and community partners, to build support for grant seeking activities
- Represent Academy Prep at community events and meetings, showcasing the impact of our programs
Outcomes of Success
- Grants, funding, and resources are secured to support the mission
- Grant opportunities are identified and aligned with programs
- Grant proposals are prepared, written, and submitted in alignment with organizational goals
- Student Information System data is leveraged to highlight program impact
- Grant budgets are created, monitored, and aligned with requirements
- Grant funded programs comply with laws, regulations, and agreements
- Reports to grantors are prepared and submitted with accurate program and financial information
- Relationships with grant making organizations, funders, and community partners are maintained
30 60 90 Day Priorities
First 30 Days
- Research and identify potential grant opportunities that align with the school's mission and programs
- Maintain records of all grants, deadlines, and reporting requirements
- Collaborate with program managers, faculty, and finance team to gather relevant information for proposals
60 Days
- Prepare, write, and submit grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and objectives
- Work with the finance team to create grant budgets
- Build and maintain relationships with grant making organizations and foundations
90 Days
- Develop and implement a comprehensive grant program strategy
- Monitor grant budgets to ensure funds are allocated and spent in accordance with grant requirements
- Prepare and submit regular reports to grantors, providing updates on program progress and outcomes
Required Technical Skills and Experience
- Bachelor degree in a relevant field such as nonprofit management, education, or public administration. Masters degree preferred
- Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in grant writing and management, preferably in a nonprofit or educational setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Familiarity with Student Information System or similar student data management systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Passion for and commitment to the Academy Prep mission
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33605
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000