Facilities Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Grant Research: Identify and research prospective grant opportunities from foundations that align with the organization’s mission and programs.
• Stay informed of new funding opportunities and changes in foundation priorities.
• Grant Writing: Write and submit high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and applications that clearly articulate the organization’s needs, goals, and the impact of its programs.
• Manage the full lifecycle of grants, including tracking deadlines, submitting progress and financial reports, and ensuring compliance with all grant requirements.
• Maintain a detailed grant calendar to manage submission and reporting deadlines.
• Funder Relationships: Cultivate and maintain relationships with foundation representatives and other grantors.
• Engage in ongoing communication with funders, providing updates on program developments and acknowledging their support.
• Budget Development: Collaborate with the finance team to develop accurate and compelling grant budgets that align with both organizational needs and funder requirements.
• Impact Reporting: Collect and analyze program data to demonstrate the impact of grant-funded activities. Prepare and submit required narrative and financial reports to funders in accordance with grant agreements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the development, program, and finance teams to ensure alignment between grant proposals and organizational priorities.
• Participate in strategic planning to identify funding needs and opportunities.
• Compliance: Ensure that all grant-funded activities comply with the terms and conditions of each grant, including allowable costs, reporting requirements, and programmatic deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed of trends and best practices in grant writing and nonprofit funding. Recommend and implement strategies to improve the organization’s grant-seeking efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certification in Grant Writing or Fundraising is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grant writing, grant management, or a related field, preferably within the nonprofit sector. Experience in housing, human services, or related fields is highly desirable.

Skills

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive, and compelling proposals.
• Strong research skills to identify potential funding opportunities.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Proficiency in grant management software and fundraising databases.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with funders and stakeholders.

Knowledge

• Familiarity with foundation and government grant processes, including proposal writing, budgeting, and reporting.
• Understanding of the housing and human services sectors is a plus.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to the organization’s mission.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Benefits

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter below. Additionally, submit portfolio of relevant work to info@charismasheart.org. Please include “Facilities Manager Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.