The Grants Manager (GM) is responsible for searching, developing and applying for Federal Contracts and local Government grants. In addition to researching and writing grant proposals on behalf of our non-profit organization, the GM is in charge of maintaining a grants calendar to monitor the application process and keep track of various deadlines. The GM also prepares a monthly Grants Procurement Report to be presented to the Executive Team the first meeting after month end. The GM must be comfortable reaching out to institutional and potential donors, as well as communicating with company leaders regarding their financial needs. Our ideal candidate is someone who will be able to support our organization enthusiastically in attaining new funding and retaining the funding it currently holds to serve the community.

• Displaying adherence to organization’s mission.
• Maintaining proficient knowledge of organization’s history and programs.
• Assisting with the execution of development department's strategy.
• Researching & Identifying renewal & new grant funding opportunities.
• Writing, submitting and managing grant proposals.
• Furnishing prospective funders with supporting documents.
• Ability to write and maintain multi-million dollar Federal grants.
• Maintaining records in hard copies and computer databases.
• Research, prepare, and submit proposals for funding.
• Follow all requirements and deadlines for grant applications.
• Maintain a grants calendar to monitor progress.
• Communicate with potential donors and institutional donors.
• Write sponsorship packages.
• Review budget proposals with the CFO or other team leaders.
• Develop grants strategy, and apply for federal and state grant funding.
• Provide stewardship to current donors, including work with Grants & Research Manager to provide regular written updates.
• Update/revise the Grant Routing/Review process to ensure all stakeholders have input & approval proposals.
• Supervise/Train the Grants Specialist to assist in grants research/writing/approval process as well as contract budget preparation.

• Complies with all applicable training requirements.
• Complies with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures.
• Complies with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs. 
• Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team.
• Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. Mission.

• 95% Employer paid Employee only coverage (zero ded, $10 co pay plan).
• 10k Employer paid Basic Life insurance.
• 120 hrs PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment.
• 13 Paid Holidays to include Employee’s birthday and Date of Hire.
• We also have various retention and referral bonuses.
• 2 weeks paid training to include DEI initiatives.
• Flexible schedules in most positions.
• 3% Employer match after 6 months.
• We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Shield, Legal Shield, Additional Life, FSA Medical, and FSA Dependent Care.

• Able to speak, write and understand English.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic and economic groups.
• Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Possess strong work ethics.
• Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening.
• Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Participates in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/Reaccreditation process.
• Mission driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion.
• Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally.
• A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance.
• Evidence of deep alignment with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. Mission and Values.
• Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.
• Strong editing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of government information sources.
• Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors.
• Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for government donors prospect research.
• Strong contributor in team environments.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word & Access).
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar and written communication skills.
• Proficient with fax machine/copier/scanner.
• Professional appearance at all times.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Use of independent thinking and judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and think quickly.
• Must have an "all hands-on deck" attitude.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two years’ demonstrated ability to research grant opportunities and convert requirements into successful applications.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Ability to construct required, often complex, budgets for applications.
• Preferred experience writing Federal, State, City and private foundation applications.
• Preferred experience in non-profit direct services and/or program coordination is highly desirable.