Senior Grants Associate

Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty•New York, NY

About The Position

The Senior Grants Associate supports Met Council’s efforts to secure, manage, and expand foundation and government funding. The role advances the organization’s resources and long-term financial sustainability by developing high-quality applications, proposals, reports, and related materials for competitive funding opportunities. The position reports to the Senior Director of Grants and Resource Development, works closely with the Director of Government Grants, and collaborates with finance, program, and administrative departments as needed. Met Council is a Jewish charity serving people in need through comprehensive social services. Its programs serve more than 350,000 clients each year and include affordable housing, family violence services, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention, and kosher food distribution. Its network includes food pantries, affordable housing sites, and affiliated JCCs across New York City.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Three to five years of grant-writing experience in social services, food security, and/or related fields.
Experience with prospect research and cultivation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex projects.
Ability to collaborate effectively with others and maintain a high degree of professionalism.
Accountability, dependability, and ethical handling of information.
Commitment to Met Council’s mission and values.

Nice To Haves

Strong proficiency with government grant portals, Microsoft Office Suite, and CRM systems.
Experience with data visualization and AI tools.

Responsibilities

Write letters of intent, applications, proposals, reports, and related materials for foundation, private, and government funding opportunities, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with funder guidelines.
Research foundation and government funding opportunities, monitor government websites for upcoming RFP/RFQ/RFA releases, and prepare detailed opportunity summaries to inform eligibility and fit assessments.
Review applications, proposals, and reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with funder requirements before submission.
Track deadlines, submissions, and renewals across an active grants portfolio.
Liaise with government agencies and foundation professionals as appropriate and under the guidance of senior grant staff.
Work with program, finance, and development staff to gather information for grant materials.
Support the Development Department as needed.