Grants Manager

Habitat for Humanity • Portland, OR

380d • $53,550 - $77,648

About The Position

The Grants Manager at Habitat for Humanity will be responsible for managing all private foundation grants to support the organization's funding needs. This role involves overseeing the grant lifecycle, from researching funding opportunities to writing proposals and fulfilling reporting requirements. The Grants Manager will collaborate with internal teams and act as the primary contact for foundation partners, ensuring that grant administration aligns with the organization's long-term objectives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in grant writing and managing the full lifecycle of private foundation grants.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills with attention to detail.
• Experience working with budgets and financial reports for grant applications.
• Proficiency with grant tracking systems and databases.
• Ability to engage senior staff and board members in foundation visits.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with funders.
• Proficiency with office technology and information systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with donor relationship management software and CRM systems.
• Previous experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Write and submit compelling grant proposals to private foundations.
• Assist with business and government grant proposals as needed.
• Plan, structure, and implement the grant program to meet funding goals.
• Maintain and manage a grant tracking system to meet deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Research and identify new private foundation funding opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary data for grant applications and reporting.
• Act as the primary point of contact for grant-related communications with foundation partners.
• Collaborate with the Development Team to share grant cases and success stories.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, vision, alternative care, prescription)
• Health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
• Dental insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree