Job Overview:

The Grant Proposal Desk Manager will oversee the entire grant application and management process for the organization, ensuring a streamlined approach to identifying, applying and managing grants.

This role involves developing and managing a centralized grant desk to handle all grant-related activities and work closely with internal teams such as strategy, finance, and operations to align grant applications with organizational goals and ensure successful funding outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Centralized Grant Management:
   • Establish and manage a centralized desk that serves as the hub for all grant-related activities across the organization.
   • Maintain comprehensive records of all grant applications, deadlines, requirements, and post-award reporting.

2. Research and Identify Funding Opportunities:

• Conduct ongoing research to identify grant opportunities that align with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic objectives.
• Keep updated with local, state, federal, and private funding
• Build relationships with grant-making bodies and stay current on industry trends and funding cycles.

3. Grant Proposal Development:

• Lead the development of high-quality, competitive grant proposals, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to all guidelines and
• Work with subject matter experts within the organization to gather necessary information and data for grant proposals.
• Develop project narratives, timelines, budgets, and logic models to align proposals with grantor expectations.

4. Grant Pipeline Management:

• Build and maintain a robust grant pipeline to track all stages of grant applications, from initial research to submission and award
• Monitor deadlines and submission requirements for multiple grant opportunities
• Ensure applications are submitted on time and meet all requirements set by funding bodies.

5. Collaboration:

• Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate budget planning and financial alignment for all grant proposals.
• Work closely with strategy teams to ensure that grant applications are in line with organizational priorities and long-term goals.
• Communicate with department heads to ensure operational readiness for proposed grant-funded projects.

6. Grant Application Reporting:

• Track the progress of submitted grant applications, provide regular updates to executives, and report on key metrics such as success rate, total funding secured, and project outcomes.
• Develop post-award reporting processes to monitor the implementation of funded projects and ensure compliance with grant requirements.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, nonprofit management, communications, or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is
• Additional certifications in grant writing (e.g., Grant Professional Certified (GPC)) are a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in grant writing and management, including demonstrated success in securing grants.
• Experience managing the full grant lifecycle (research, application, submission, post-award).
• Experience collaborating with finance and operations teams to develop budgets and manage grant-related compliance.

Skills:

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills to handle multiple applications and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in budgeting and financial
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including internal teams and external funders.