Vice President of Grants

Boys And Girls Clubs Of•Orlando, FL

11d•$90,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President of Grants is a senior leader responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive grants strategy that strengthens Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s funding base and ensures excellence across the full lifecycle of government, foundation, and corporate grants. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role oversees the Grants Coordinator, Grants Manager, Grant Project Director, and Grant Compliance Manager, aligning grant development, implementation, and compliance with BGCCF’s financial systems, organizational priorities, and youth development mission. The Vice President of Grants serves as the central facilitator for BGCCF’s grants portfolio, leading opportunity identification and proposal development, managing relationships with funders, and ensuring that all grant-funded programs are implemented with financial integrity, operational excellence, and measurable impact. This leader partners closely with Finance, Advancement, Program/Club Operations, Human Resources, and Executive Leadership to build efficient, technology-enabled processes that support sustainable growth, rigorous compliance, and strong return on investment for restricted and unrestricted funding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting/Finance, Communications, or a related field required; or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in grants management, grant development, or related fundraising/contract administration roles, including success securing, growing and managing significant government and private grants.
At least 5 years of leadership experience overseeing grant or contract development teams, including supervision of professional staff and cross-functional project leadership.
Demonstrated experience managing complex grant portfolios that include federal, state, and local government funding, foundations, and corporate funders.
Advanced grant writing and proposal development skills, with the ability to produce clear, compelling, and competitive applications.
Strong knowledge of public funding structures, government grant processes, foundation funding, and competitive procurement requirements.
Solid understanding of grant budgeting, nonprofit fund accounting, and financial compliance requirements; familiarity with GAAP and relevant federal regulations preferred.
Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines, coordinate complex proposals, and drive cross-functional work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial reports, performance data, and evaluation results to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences, including funders, board members, executives, and program staff.
Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development abilities, including experience fostering inclusive, high-performing team cultures.
Ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, demonstrating diplomacy, tact, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
High level of integrity, ethical judgment, and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and familiarity with grants management systems, CRM databases (Salesforce), and other relevant technology tools.
Supervise, hire, train, manage, and mentor staff.
Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Continued employment is contingent upon passing randomized drug screenings as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in nonprofit, education, youth development, human services, or closely related sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of a multi-year grants strategy that aligns with BGCCF’s strategic plan, revenue goals, and program priorities.
Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, providing strategic thought partnership to the CFO and Executive Leadership regarding grants, contracts, and restricted funding.
Oversee, coach, and develop a high-performing grants team, including the Grants Manager, Grant Coordinator, Grant Project Director, and Grant Compliance Manager, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Develop and manage the annual Grants Department budget, including revenue forecasts and expense projections, ensuring alignment with organizational financial plans and strong return on investment.
Establish clear department goals, performance indicators, and service standards for grant development, implementation, and compliance functions.
Lead the scouting, pre-qualification, and evaluation of public and private funding opportunities (federal, state, local, foundation, corporate, and institutional) that align with BGCCF’s mission and strategic priorities.
Develop, grow and maintain a comprehensive grants pipeline and master calendar, tracking prospects, proposals, awards, reporting deadlines, and renewal opportunities.
Oversee the development, writing, review, and timely submission of high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, concept papers, and supporting materials in collaboration with Program/Club Operations, Finance, HR, and Development.
Ensure proposals include clear project narratives, outcomes, work plans, evaluation plans, and detailed budgets that reflect both funder requirements and internal financial standards.
Monitor funding trends, legislative developments, and emerging opportunities relevant to youth development, education, workforce development, and related program areas, providing strategic recommendations to leadership on funding priorities and proposal investments.
Leverage technology tools (e.g., funding databases, AI-enabled research tools) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of funding research and proposal development.
Serve as the organizational lead for pre- and post-award grants management, ensuring standardized procedures from opportunity identification through award closeout.
Oversee grant and contract set-up in BGCCF’s financial and grants management systems, including project structure, budget entry, spending authorities, and documentation requirements.
Partner with the Finance team to ensure grant activity is accurately reflected in the general ledger, financial statements, and annual operating budget, including revenue recognition and reforecasting.
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, local, and private funder regulations, including adherence to OMB Uniform Guidance, applicable audit requirements, and BGCCF policies and internal controls.
Oversee the timely preparation and submission of all required financial and programmatic grant reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with funder expectations.
Monitor grant spending and financial performance, analyzing variances, resolving discrepancies, and working with program and finance staff to adjust plans or reallocate resources as needed.
Maintain readiness for funder site visits, fiscal reviews, and audits by overseeing documentation, testing internal processes, and implementing corrective action plans when necessary.
Ensure grant and contract records, templates, and tracking tools are consistently maintained, accessible, and auditable across the organization.
Partner with Program/Club Operations staff to ensure that grant-funded programs are implemented with fidelity to funder requirements and aligned with BGCCF’s program models.
Provide strategic oversight of grant implementation plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring that milestones, outputs, and outcomes are clearly defined and achievable.
Use data dashboards, outcome reports, and qualitative impact stories to demonstrate the effectiveness of grant-funded programs and inform continuous improvement.
Support program staff in interpreting grant requirements, translating complex guidelines into clear expectations, and resolving operational challenges related to implementation.
Build and maintain productive relationships with public and private funders, government agencies, foundations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders, positioning BGCCF as a trusted, high-performing grantee.
Collaborate closely with the Advancement/Resource Development team to ensure alignment between grants, corporate partnerships, and individual giving strategies, including stewardship, acknowledgment, and recognition activities.
Represent BGCCF at funder meetings, briefings, conferences, and community events related to grants and philanthropic investments.
Work collaboratively with internal departments, including Finance, HR, Operations, Advancement, and IT, to develop systems that support reporting, compliance, and performance measurement for grant-funded programs.
Prepare and present grant portfolio reports and analyses for the CFO, CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board committees, highlighting pipeline, awards, risks, and impact.
Recruit, supervise, coach, and evaluate grants department staff, consultants, and contractors, establishing performance expectations, priorities, and professional development plans.
Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented work environment that emphasizes quality, accountability, and continuous learning.
Ensure cross-training within the grants team so that critical functions are covered, and continuity is maintained during transitions or absences.
Develop and document best-in-class grants policies, procedures, templates, and workflows that promote consistency, efficiency, and compliance across the organization.
Assist the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Leadership with special projects and strategic initiatives related to grants, contracts, and organizational growth.
Maintain and update job knowledge by participating in training and educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and engaging in relevant professional organizations.
Protect the organization’s value and manage risk by maintaining high ethical standards, safeguarding confidential information, and ensuring adherence to BGCCF policies.
Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the role and aligned with BGCCF’s mission and values.

Benefits

Normal professional office environment with frequent visits to Club sites, corporate offices, and event venues.
The position requires working in both indoor and outdoor environments of an office or club setting, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals.
Required to operate a motor vehicle.
Work in environments frequented by children and families, requiring adherence to safety and conduct standards that ensure a child-friendly and family-oriented atmosphere.
Must be adaptable to a dynamic work schedule, including evenings to support club activities and events.
Weekly travel to events, meetings, and clubs within the Orlando Metro area. Occasionally out of town as needed.
Physically capable of performing management, programming, in-person activities, and club duties on-site, including lifting to 30 pounds, standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods, bending, and reaching.
Operates a computer and other office productivity equipment such as a copy machine, phone, printer, and tablet frequently. Requires the ability to work on a computer for extended periods (8+ hours), including performing tasks that involve repetitive motion, visual focus, and fine motor skills
Visual and auditory acuity to monitor the environment and ensure safety standards are maintained.
Mental resilience and the ability to stay focused and effective in a busy, sometimes noisy environment.
Capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with children, family members, and other staff.
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, uneven surfaces, and stairs.
Consistently demonstrates capacity to synthesize and interpret complex information, policies, and contracts, and to translate them into clear implications, strategies, and recommendations for the organization.
High-level analytical and critical thinking skills to collect, evaluate, and integrate quantitative and qualitative data, define root causes, and develop sound, timely decisions in ambiguous or high-stakes situations.
Advanced intellectual agility to engage in nuanced, persuasive dialogue with executives, board members, and community leaders on complex, politically sensitive, or high-impact issues.
Exceptional conceptual and verbal reasoning skills to structure ideas logically, frame strategic choices, and articulate clear, concise messages that create alignment across diverse stakeholders and teams.