Funding Manager - (78)

Funding Manager Reports to•Baton Rouge, LA

11h

About The Position

The Funding Manager identifies, pursues, secures, and manages funding opportunities that support the organization’s strategic priorities. The role oversees the full funding lifecycle, including opportunity identification, grant and funding applications, proposal development, compliance, reporting, and relationship management. The Funding Manager works with internal teams, government agencies, elected officials, funding partners, and other stakeholders to identify resources, prepare competitive proposals, and administer awarded funds. The position develops and implements funding strategies, monitors funding and policy developments, leads application preparation and submission, and oversees grant compliance and administration. It also manages funding forecasts and tracking systems, reports on applications, awards, and expenditures, and provides leadership with updates and strategic recommendations. The Funding Manager provides training and support to staff in their area of expertise. The role reports to the Principal and involves 20% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration, business administration, finance, political science, communications, or a related field.
Experience in grant management, funding development, public administration, government relations, project management, or a related area.
Strong understanding of grant application processes, funding requirements, and compliance obligations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, persuasive proposals and reports.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and deadlines.
Ability to analyze complex information, interpret program requirements, and develop practical solutions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and reporting or grant-tracking tools.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Strategic thinking and funding development skills.
Research, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Project and budget management skills.
Grant writing and proposal development skills.
Regulatory compliance and risk management skills.
Relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
Attention to detail, accountability, time management, and organizational effectiveness.

Nice To Haves

Eight years of applicable experience is preferred, though less experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.
Experience securing and administering federal, state, or local government grants.
Familiarity with government funding programs, public procurement, appropriations, and budget development.
Experience coordinating multi-agency or multi-stakeholder funding initiatives.
Knowledge of grant compliance, financial reporting, performance monitoring, and audit requirements.
Experience working with public agencies, local governments, nonprofit organizations, or other entities that receive public funding.
Established relationships with relevant funding agencies or experience navigating government funding processes.
Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field.
Grant management or other relevant certifications.
Experience working with agencies such as DOE, DOJ, FEMA, DOT, EPA, FHWA, USDA, EDA, HUD, CPRA, GOHSEP, LED, LDEQ, regional MPOs, and Planning Commissions.

Responsibilities

Identify and monitor federal, state, and local grants, appropriations, and other public and private funding opportunities.
Evaluate opportunities based on organizational priorities, eligibility, funding availability, and potential impact.
Develop and implement funding strategies and maintain a pipeline and calendar of application deadlines, funding cycles, and reporting requirements.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and policy developments affecting funding opportunities.
Lead preparation, development, and submission of grant applications, funding proposals, and supporting documentation.
Coordinate with internal departments, consultants, and external partners to gather information and develop competitive proposals.
Prepare project narratives, budgets, financial justifications, and other application materials, and perform benefit-cost analyses for different types of projects.
Ensure applications are complete, accurate, compelling, consistent with program requirements, and submitted on time.
Identify opportunities to strengthen proposals through partnerships, matching funds, and complementary funding sources.
Oversee awarded grants and funding agreements to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and program requirements.
Monitor project milestones, budgets, expenditures, deliverables, and performance measures.
Coordinate financial and programmatic reporting, documentation, and grant closeout activities.
Identify compliance risks and develop strategies to address funding restrictions, eligibility concerns, and reporting obligations.
Maintain accurate digital and paper records supporting audits, monitoring, and accountability.
Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, funding organizations, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate with agencies and officials regarding funding programs, application requirements, and project eligibility.
Represent the organization in funding-related meetings, briefings, and discussions.
Facilitate communication among project teams, funding partners, and decision-makers, and communicate funding needs, priorities, and project objectives.
Develop funding forecasts, digital tracking systems, and reports on applications, awards, and expenditures.
Analyze funding trends, program requirements, and policy developments to inform organizational planning.
Evaluate funding performance and identify improvements to application success, resource allocation, and grant administration.
Provide leadership with timely updates, strategic recommendations, and assessments of funding opportunities and risks.
Provide training and support for staff in the role’s area of expertise.