Vice President, Government Grants

Operation Hope•Atlanta, GA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Operation HOPE is dedicated to advancing financial dignity and economic inclusion. We equip youth and adults with the financial tools, coaching, and education needed to achieve long-term financial independence and build generational wealth. Position Summary The Vice President, Government Grants is a senior leader responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive government funding strategy to support Operation HOPE’s national growth and impact. Reporting to the Chief Growth & Revenue Officer, this role leads the identification, pursuit, and management of federal, state, and local government funding opportunities, while ensuring operational excellence in grant execution, compliance, and reporting. This position plays a critical role in diversifying revenue streams, scaling programs nationally, and aligning government funding with strategic priorities, including financial literacy, entrepreneurship, housing, and AI-enabled economic empowerment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (Public Administration, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, Business, or related field)
5–8+ years of experience in government grants, contracts, and public funding strategy
Proven track record of securing and managing significant government funding
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local grant compliance requirements
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional initiatives
Exceptional writing, communication, and proposal development skills
Experience with Grants.gov and government procurement systems
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strategic thinking and revenue growth mindset
Relationship-building and stakeholder management
Operational rigor and attention to compliance
Cross-functional leadership and collaboration
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a national government grants strategy aligned with Operation HOPE’s growth and impact goals
Build and manage a robust pipeline of federal, state, and local funding opportunities
Partner with executive leadership to align funding strategies with organizational priorities and expansion markets
Drive revenue growth through government funding, including multi-year and large-scale awards
Cultivate and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local agencies, as well as key public sector stakeholders
Partner closely with the SVP of Government Relations to align advocacy, policy, and funding strategies
Represent Operation HOPE in meetings, site visits, and external engagements to enhance visibility and funding opportunities
Lead the development of high-quality, compliant, and competitive grant proposals and RFP responses
Oversee proposal strategy, narrative development, budget creation, and submission processes
Collaborate with Finance, Programs, and Operations to ensure accurate budgets and program alignment
Present opportunities through internal Deal Desk process for cross-functional vetting and approval
Oversee the full lifecycle management of government grants and contracts, from award through closeout
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and reporting requirements
Partner with Finance and Program teams to monitor budget vs. actuals, forecasts, and performance metrics
Lead funder communications, reporting, and audit readiness
Lead and develop the Government Grants Manager, fostering a high-performance, collaborative team
Serve as a key partner across Development, Finance, Programs, and Operations
Provide training and guidance to program teams on grant compliance, reporting, and budget management
Identify emerging government funding trends, priorities, and opportunities
Monitor federal and state funding landscapes, including Grants.gov and agency-specific pipelines
Provide strategic insights to leadership on funding opportunities and risks