Government and Community Affairs Manager

Rhoads Industries•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Government Affairs & Grants Manager supports the organization’s government relations, community engagement, and grant administration efforts. This role is responsible for coordinating outreach initiatives, monitoring policy and funding opportunities, assisting with grant applications and reporting, and providing administrative and operational support across multiple projects. The manager works closely with internal departments, community partners, government agencies, and funding organizations to help advance organizational goals, maintain compliance, and strengthen stakeholder relationships. Reports to Director, Government and Community Affairs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications, public administration, nonprofit management, business, or related field preferred
1–3 years of experience in business administration, government affairs, grants administration, public affairs, community engagement, or administrative coordination preferred
experience working across multiple stakeholder groups
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
Ability to manage confidential information professionally
Strong relationship-building and project coordination skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate government relations and community outreach activities
Assist with preparing briefing materials, reports, presentations, and correspondence
Coordinate meetings, events, and stakeholder engagement activities
Maintain relationships with government agencies, community organizations, and external partners
Respond to government and community inquiries and support outreach initiatives
Assist working with external stakeholders such as, National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), Defense Workforce Innovation & Technology Center (DWIT) and regional universities and colleges.
Research grant and funding opportunities from government, and foundation
Assist with preparing grant applications, proposals, and supporting documentation
Track grant deadlines, reporting schedules, and compliance requirements
Maintain grant records, databases, and funding documentation
Coordinate collection of program data, budgets, and outcome reporting information
Assist with post-award grant administration and reporting
Manage calendars, schedules, meeting logistics, and travel arrangements
Prepare agendas, meeting minutes, spreadsheets, presentations and debriefing documents
Assists in maintaining organized files, databases, and tracking systems
Coordinate communications between internal teams and external stakeholders
Support special projects, community programs, and organizational initiatives
Perform general administrative support duties as needed
Draft emails, outreach materials, and stakeholder communications
Assist with public relations and community engagement efforts
Support company promotional activities (as needed)