Grants Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify potential grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources.
• Monitor trends and changes in grant funding and regulations.
• Develop and maintain a database of potential grant opportunities and deadlines.
• Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals that align with the Tribe’s mission and objectives.
• Collaborate with SMEs (subject matter experts) and/or department program staff to gather information, data, and project details needed for proposals.
• Prepare and submit grant applications and proposals in accordance with funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Oversee the administration of awarded grants, including tracking expenditures and ensuring compliance with grant terms and conditions.
• Monitor timely drawdowns, in collaboration with the finance department.
• Prepare and submit progress reports, financial reports, and other required documentation to funders.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve the Tribe’s goals.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality results.
• Coordinate with finance and department program teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and potential funders.
• Act as a liaison between the Tribe and funding agencies, addressing inquiries and providing updates on grant activities.
• Organize and participate in meetings, events, and presentations to foster relationships and promote the Tribe’s work.
• Develop and implement a grant-seeking strategy aligned with the Tribe’s goals and priorities.
• Provide guidance and support to staff in identifying and pursuing grant opportunities.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the grant-seeking strategy and adjust as needed.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a centralized database system to record all grant-related data (applications, awards, reports, and payments).
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data entered into the database.
• Generate reports from the database for management, funders, and stakeholders.
• Analyze grant data to identify trends, opportunities for funding, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational regulations related to grant funding.
• Maintain accurate records of grant applications, awards, and expenditures.
• Conduct periodic reviews of grant-related policies and procedures to ensure adherence.

Requirements

• Grant Research And Identification
• Proposal Development
• Grant Management
• Relationship Building
• Strategy And Planning
• Database Management
• Compliance And Reporting