Grants Manager

Our Mission, Clearly Mel Trotter Ministries is a faith-based, nonprofit organization committed to providing safe shelter and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness. We work to create a structured, respectful environment where each person is treated with dignity and care. Our approach is rooted in compassion, consistency, and accountability, with a focus on meeting immediate needs while supporting long-term stability. Through collaboration and a shared sense of purpose, our team works each day to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. What You’ll Own As Grants Manager, you’ll help fuel Mel Trotter Ministries’ mission by guiding our grant strategy from proposal to closeout—so programs stay funded, compliant, and outcome-driven. Write, submit, and track grant proposals, reports, and renewals Manage grant compliance, documentation, deadlines, and audits Coordinate with internal teams to align budgets, narratives, and measurable outcomes Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, foundations, corporations, and community partners Monitor grant performance and support continuous improvement Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business, Communications, Social Work, Human Services, or related field (Master’s preferred) 3–5 years of successful grant writing experience Experience managing multiple grant-funded projects; nonprofit experience preferred Background in homelessness, housing, behavioral health, or human services strongly preferred Your Daily Rhythm Kick off the day by triaging your grant calendar—what’s due now, what’s brewing, and what needs a nudge. You’ll swing by a program team’s update to grab fresh stories and numbers, then settle in to tighten up a report so it’s clean, confident, and funder-friendly. After lunch, it’s a quick touchpoint with Finance to confirm details, followed by a call or email with a partner to keep relationships warm and expectations clear. Before you head out, you’ll log progress, file supporting docs, and tee up tomorrow’s priorities—because a smooth closeout is a beautiful thing. The Good Stuff Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance Disability coverage Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Paid time off and holidays Paid meals Snack/Drink Room Employee discounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional development opportunities The opportunity to make a meaningful impact through a Christ-centered mission If you're ready to pair sharp writing with real-world impact, apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Mel Trotter