Grant Manager

Grant Manager
Southeast Missouri Food Bank
 
Department:                           Advancement
Classification:                       Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To:                           Chief Advancement Officer
Location:                               Jackson or Sikeston
 
SUMMARY:
The Grant Manager is responsible for research of potential funding opportunities that fit with the food bank’s mission, writing grant applications, administering grants received to track expenses and grant-related work, and meeting reporting benchmarks to provide results per the funder’s request. Performs administrative duties such as preparing grant-related correspondence and project-based work while consistently maintaining a professional image through in-person and virtual interaction. Assist in other development and communications work. The ideal candidate to join our development team is a deadline-oriented person with strong organizational and writing skills, a dedication to our mission and a team-first attitude.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Research and identify new funding opportunities
• Facilitate pre-grant application conversations with appropriate team members to determine funding needs, timelines, responsibilities, criteria, and application process
• Serve as primary writer of grant proposals
• Develop and manage a tracking system and calendar to ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain up-to-date data and hunger-related research for use in grant proposals and reports
• Work with finance team to track spending of grant funds
• Meet regularly with programs and operations team to monitor progress of funded programs
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements
• Compile grant reports for donors to demonstrate impact of funding
• Coordinate with other departments to implement program evaluations to measure and communicate impact to grantors
• Oversee recognition requirements related to grants
• Conducts the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to regional and national organizations.  Researches, writes and creates grant-specific program budgets and works with food bank teams to manage all grants, ensuring timely submission of grant applications, grant reports and internal and external communications
• Works with partner organizations to evaluate grant opportunities and projects
• Tracks metrics for each grant to compile complete end-of-project reports per the grantor’s guidelines
• Researches and identifies new funders to include private/corporate foundations and government funding opportunities compatible with the Southeast Missouri Food Bank mission and programs
• Nurtures relationships with foundation and corporate grantor contacts
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date files and electronic records on existing and prospective funders
• Represents Southeast Missouri Food Bank at meetings with funders, partners, and other community organizations
• Coordinates with the Chief Advancement Officer to achieve revenue goals related to grant funding.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all donor records, transactions, data, research and communications
• Manages and administers all aspects of EFSP grant and related filings
• Assists with team office duties, including greeting guests in person and over the phone, mail, and development activities

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of successful grant-writing experience
• Understanding of current non-profit trends

• Strong organizational skills with great attention to accuracy, details and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent planning, presentation and time management skills 
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet critical deadlines 
•  Commitment to and skill in building collaborative and constructive internal and external relationships that have the potential to generate resources in support of the organization and its mission
• A research-driven, self-starter skilled in technical writing and storytelling through analytics
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiarity with basic accounting and budget practices
• Must be able to work independently and accomplish tasks with limited supervision
• Valid Missouri driver’s license