Grant Manager

Why Work for Us

We offer a competitive salary of $65,000 - $78,000/year, depending on qualifications.

We provide amazing time off benefits – 20+ days of paid time off (PTO) a year, plus 10 paid holidays.

We have retirement benefits – with a 5% salary match starting 30 days after employment.

We offer an onsite Fitness Center.

We maintain an inclusive, welcoming, and positive environment where collaboration, learning, and having fun at work is the norm.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with medical, dental, life, and disability plans for full-time employees (30 hours/week for FT employees), employer fully paid MN PFML.

We have a highly engaged and professional staff with leaders who listen, care, and are supportive.

We are innovators and thought leaders with a commitment and a track record of improving the lives of all older adults.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Social Services, Gerontology, Nonprofit Management, or a related field (Master's Preferred).
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in grant or contract management, nonprofit operations, project management, compliance, policy development, or a related area.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with contract management and subrecipient monitoring.
• Experience supporting or managing RFPs or procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and grant reporting systems.
• Experience working with diverse, underserved, and rural populations.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with federal, state, or foundation grant compliance and reporting requirements.
• A background in nonprofit grant coordination, program management, or advancement.
• Experience organizing and presenting data or financial information.
• A solid understanding of nonprofit budgeting and the basics of fund accounting.

Work Schedule

This position works, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with two-three in office days per week and remaining time spent working from home or in the community. This position may require some nights and weekend schedules.

Employees must meet specific internet criteria including demonstrated high speed connect ability and the ability to meet privacy and security standards with secure (password protected) internet and demonstrate successful performance.

About Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging

Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging, a nonprofit organization, advocates for older adults. We provide community organizations with funding, and older adults with information and connections to access the best resources to help them age well. By partnering with community and healthcare organizations, we strive to build age- and dementia-friendly networks that make daily life easier for older adults. We are committed to reducing care disparities in communities and ensuring every person has access to the services they need. We are innovators in the aging field.

Are You Ready to Join Our Organization?

If you feel that you would be a good fit for this position, please complete our short application and submit a cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, it should include two of the three topics below:

• Your experience managing federally funded grants, including compliance oversight.
• An example of how you have monitored contracts or service providers for compliance.
• A brief statement describing your commitment to serving older adults and underserved populations.