Grants Manager

Montclair YMCA•Montclair, NJ

9h•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Grants Manager supports all aspects of the YMCA of Montclair’s grants program under the direction of the Chief Philanthropic Officer. The role includes researching funding opportunities, gathering program information, developing and submitting grant requests, maintaining a grants calendar, and managing grant reporting. The Grants Manager works with internal departments, finance, funders, and other stakeholders to develop proposals and track grant activity. The position is scheduled for 25 hours per week and pays $25–$30 per hour.

Requirements

2–5 years of grant writing experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners toward common objectives.
Excellent editing and writing skills; grant/proposal writing and needs assessment development experience is preferred.
Flexible mindset and strong time-management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects and tasks in a deadline-driven environment across departments.
Process-oriented, with the ability to improve existing processes and adapt to evolving processes and tools.
Available and responsive to communications during business hours.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to deliver results with minimal supervision, suggest plausible solutions, and use existing resources creatively to address unforeseen issues and meet timelines.
Positive attitude and willingness to take on varied assignments.
Ability to incorporate data, visuals, and narrative into compelling written stories.
Excellent collaboration, organizational, and communication skills.
Must hold CPR/AED and First Aid Certification or obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
Able to lift up to 20 lbs and perform the physical activities described for the role.

Nice To Haves

A track record of success securing grants from New Jersey funders.

Responsibilities

Understand and communicate the YMCA of Montclair’s mission, strategic plan, history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs.
Research potential funding opportunities from foundation, corporate, and governmental sources.
Lead proposal initiation meetings with internal stakeholders to gather details and direction, and confirm timelines, tactics, outcome assessment plans, and other requirements.
Create and maintain a grants calendar of application and reporting deadlines, and proactively prepare for and meet deadlines.
Use Raiser's Edge to track proposals, reports, interactions, and next steps.
Partner with the Chief Philanthropic Officer to prioritize grant opportunities, gather proposal information from departments, draft proposals, prepare supporting documents, and submit requests ahead of deadlines.
Work with the finance department to track grant contributions and respond to internal and external queries about drafted and submitted proposals.
Cultivate positive relationships with funders and other stakeholders.
Maintain records related to grant requests.
Follow policies governing boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and follow procedures for high-risk activities, supervision, and mandated abuse reporting.