Institutional Giving Manager

Urban Peak Denver•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Development, the Institutional Giving Manager leads all foundation, corporate foundation, and government grant activity at Urban Peak. This role manages the full lifecycle of institutional funding, including prospect research, proposal development, submission, reporting, and stewardship. This position serves as the central project manager for institutional revenue, with a strong emphasis on managing complex government funding and restricted foundation grants. The Institutional Giving Manager coordinates cross-functional teams to ensure proposals, reporting, compliance, and financial tracking are executed accurately and on time. Urban Peak manages a significant portfolio of government funding, requiring rigorous coordination across program, finance, compliance, and external partners. This role is responsible for maintaining systems and processes that ensure deadlines are met, funds are properly tracked, and deliverables do not fall through the cracks. This role requires both strong writing skills and advanced project management capabilities. The Institutional Giving Manager will also manage external grant consultants and ensure alignment across all contributors. The Institutional Giving Manager works collaboratively with the Director of Advancement, Finance team, Compliance Manager, program staff, and external grant consultants to support sustainable revenue growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3+) years of experience in nonprofit development, grant writing, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated success writing and managing foundation and/or government grants
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, stakeholders, and competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate programmatic content into compelling proposals
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and system-oriented
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and hold stakeholders accountable to deadlines
Experience with CRM systems and grant tracking tools preferred
Experience working with government grants and/or contracts strongly preferred
Understanding of trauma-informed care and commitment to Urban Peak’s mission
Ability to use second language in written and verbal communication desired (Spanish, Vietnamese, ASL) preferred but not required.
Lived experience reflective of the youth we serve is encouraged but not required.
Team-oriented and able to coordinate with various departments and staff.
Computer proficient and possess experience of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Must be insurable as a driver on Urban Peak’s auto liability policy to conduct business on behalf of the agency or transport youth using an Urban Peak vehicle and an approved personal vehicle.
Ability to pass both federal and state background checks.
Ability to pass pre-employment TB Screening and a pre-employment physical examination.
Provide proof of education (HS Diploma OR Official Transcripts)

Nice To Haves

Experience with CRM systems and grant tracking tools
Experience working with government grants and/or contracts
Ability to use second language in written and verbal communication (Spanish, Vietnamese, ASL)
Lived experience reflective of the youth we serve

Responsibilities

Serve as the internal project manager for all government grants and contracts, ensuring coordination across programs, finance, compliance, and leadership
Manage the full lifecycle of government funding, including opportunity tracking, proposal development, award setup, implementation tracking, and reporting in collaboration with the Compliance Manager
Lead internal planning and kickoff processes to align stakeholders on scope, timelines, deliverables, and responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed workplans and timelines for each grant or contract
Track progress against deliverables/outcomes and proactively identify and resolve risks or delays
Partner with Finance to monitor grant budgets and spending to ensure alignment with contract requirements
Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required reports, including quarterly and annual submissions
Manage and oversee external grant consultants, ensuring quality of work, adherence to timelines, and alignment with Urban Peak priorities
Partner with the Director of Advancement to align institutional funding with overall development strategy
Write, edit, and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports for foundation, corporate foundation, and select government opportunities
Manage a portfolio of foundation funders, including communications, stewardship, and renewals
Partner with the Director of Advancement and CEO to support cultivation and stewardship of institutional funders
Translate programmatic information into clear, compelling narratives tailored to funder priorities
Maintain and refine proposal templates, boilerplate language, and supporting materials
Build and maintain a comprehensive system to track all institutional funding activities, deadlines, and deliverables utilizing Raisers Edge and additional project management tools
Prioritize funding opportunities based on organizational capacity and strategic alignment
Monitor and forecast institutional revenue, including awarded, pending, and pipeline funding
Research and identify new institutional funding prospects aligned with Urban Peak’s programs and priorities
Serve as the central point of coordination to ensure contributors meet deadlines and requirements
Establish and reinforce clear workflows and accountability across teams and ensure no deadlines, reporting requirements, or compliance elements fall through the cracks