Grants Manager

Nexus Family Healing•Plymouth, MN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is hiring a full-time Grants Manager for a hybrid position within Minnesota. The role manages the full lifecycle of grant funding from foundations, corporations, and government sources, helping secure and maintain funding that supports the organization’s programs and operations. The Grants Manager leads grant research, proposal development, administration, compliance, and reporting, collaborating with staff across the organization to align funding opportunities with organizational priorities. The position also supports effective funder relationships, tracks grant outcomes and impact, and prepares reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders. The employee is expected to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple projects, maintain confidentiality, follow organizational policies and training requirements, and demonstrate respect for diversity. Nexus Family Healing is a national mental health organization serving youth and families and emphasizes equity, inclusion, and its ICARE values: Innovation, Compassion, Agility, Responsiveness, and Excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, or a related field.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in grant writing and management for nonprofit organizations.
Strong understanding of and experience with grant compliance and reporting requirements.
Excellent writing, editing, and project management skills.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Familiarity with CRM or grant management software, such as Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge/NXT.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple states and teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must meet state regulatory agency and Home Office driving requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with private, corporate, and government grants and complex reporting requirements.
Familiarity with funding sources in Minnesota, North Dakota, and other Nexus Family Healing areas of operation.
Familiarity with funding sources that support health and human services.

Responsibilities

Identify and research prospective grant opportunities from private, corporate, and government sources.
Maintain a pipeline of potential funders aligned with organizational goals and geographic reach.
Write grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documents.
Collaborate with program staff to gather data, outcomes, and narratives for proposals.
Ensure proposals meet funder guidelines and deadlines.
Manage grant calendars, submission schedules, and reporting deadlines.
Oversee compliance with grant requirements, including financial and programmatic reporting.
Maintain accurate records in the organization’s CRM or grant management system.
Serve as the primary point of contact for funders regarding grant-related communications.
Cultivate and steward relationships with foundation and corporate partners.
Track and report grant outcomes and impact metrics.
Prepare reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with colleagues on projects and special initiatives while working independently and as part of a team.
Remain current on required trainings and certifications and maintain applicable knowledge of Nexus policies and procedures.
Maintain appropriate boundaries in staff and donor interactions.
Plan, prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects and activities while responding to change.
Protect confidential client and donor information and comply with applicable privacy policies.
Demonstrate acceptance and respect for diversity and apply Nexus policies as needed.