Grant Manager

Key Functions

• Act as primary manager for grant initiatives at pre-award and post-award stages. Responsibilities will include identifying grant opportunities and submisson; staying generally informed about the philanthropic landscape; assuring that grant guidelines are met; drafting and editing budgets; and fulfilling reporting requirements.
• Research and identify grant opportunities from government agencies, private/public foundations, and corporate sources aligned with Menninger’s mission and programs.
• Responsible for conceptualizing, designing and writing persuasive grant content overseeing content development from identification through post-award and stewardship building rapport with donors.
• Develop and refine project budgets, outcomes and deliverables cross-collaboratively; developing familiarity with internal and external systems; ensuring that submissions are made on schedule; monitoring allocation of funding in consultation with external teams; assisting in fulfillment of stewardship requirements; and ensuring up-to-date record keeping.
• Supporting CDO, Board of Directors, working groups, and team meetings, in collaboration with Philanthropy peers.
• Plan and coordinate site visits and donor meetings, including strategy through execution.
• As needed, provide editorial support to other Philanthropy colleagues across fundraising initiatives, such as annual fundraisers, donor related events/visits, and other campaigns to increase revenue.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in grant writing, preferably in healthcare or education sectors
• Proven track record of successful grant procurement, particularly in securing five and six-figure grants
• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong understanding of grant application processes and funder requirements
• Experience with budget development for grant proposals
• Ability to work collaboratively, be responsive to feedback, and be sensitive to deadlines
• Understand the need for discretion in handling confidential information
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) required; experience working with other programs, such as fundraising software/ CRM, Instrumental and Donor Search is desired

Education Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree; preferably in English, Communications, Public Health Nonprofit Management, or related field

Preferred:

• Candidates with advanced degrees are encouraged to apply