Grant Manager

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We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area.As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that:Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teachingIs attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunitiesCares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities.Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomesWelcomes difference and models respectful interaction with othersEngages with the community both within and outside of ACCJob Posting Title:Grant ManagerJob Description Summary:E3 Alliance, a nonprofit focused on systems change in education, is looking for a full-time Grant Manager. The Grant Manager is a key member of the Development department and leads E3 Alliance’s institutional fundraising strategy, including foundation, corporate, and government grants. This role is responsible for managing the full grant lifecycle—from prospecting and proposal development to award management and reporting—to secure and sustain funding aligned with E3’s mission, strategic priorities, and investable plan.The Grant Manager will partner closely with program, research, finance, and executive leadership to translate complex, data-driven work into compelling, fundable narratives, while ensuring compliance with grant requirements and delivering high-quality stewardship to funders.Job Description:Position Description: E3 Alliance Grant ManagerClassification: Professional - Full Time, ExemptDirect Supervisor: E3 Alliance Senior Director of DevelopmentPDF of Job PostingAbout E3 AllianceE3 Alliance is a nonprofit organization leading the charge in the relentless pursuit of education transformation for Texas students. Founded in 2006, E3 Alliance is a Texas-based education collaborative that leverages data to serve as a catalyst to impact educational outcomes for all students—cradle to career. Partnering with school, community, and business leaders, E3 Alliance brings together multicultural voices to collaborate and build a strong, education pipeline that delivers a trained and educated workforce while creating long-term, systemic change.Our Core Values: Trustworthy | Resolute | Collaborative | IntentionalE3 Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and has a Best Place for Working Parents 2026 designation for the 6th year in a row.At E3 Alliance, we value both the effectiveness of remote work and the importance of in-person collaboration. E3 Alliance offers the flexibility of working remotely or coming into an office, with some in-person meetings required. All staff must live in the greater Austin area.Required Technical Skills:Grant writing: Composing competitive proposals, LOIs, and concept papers tailored to funder guidelines and priorities.Full grant lifecycle management: Managing every stage from prospecting and submission through award, reporting, and renewal.Pipeline development & prospecting: Researching, qualifying, and maintaining a staged pipeline of institutional funding opportunities. Conducting in-depth funder research to assess priorities, alignment, and application processes.CRM proficiency: Using donor/relationship management software (e.g., DonorPerfect) to track activity, pipeline, and outcomes.Revenue forecasting & reporting: Maintaining accurate funding projections and pipeline reports to support organizational planning.Performance metrics tracking: Creating and analyzing KPIs (funds raised, retention, multi-year commitments) to evaluate grant strategy effectiveness. Prospect researchProject management: Managing multiple concurrent deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements with precision.Required Professional Skills:Written communication: Producing clear, persuasive narratives and funder communications adaptable to audiences.Cross-functional collaboration: Working effectively across programs, research, finance, communications, and executive teams to gather inputs and develop proposals.Strategic thinking: Evaluating and prioritizing opportunities based on alignment, competitiveness, and long-term return; proactively adjusting strategy.Relationship management & stewardship: Building and deepening funder relationships through tailored engagement strategies, increasing retention and gift upgrades over time.Stakeholder communication: Providing regular updates to leadership on pipeline status, projections, and risks in a clear, actionable format.Deadline management & attention to detail: Ensuring timely, accurate submission of all deliverables while maintaining high standards for data integrity.Required Education & Experience:BA from an accredited college or university OR equivalent of 5+ years of professional experience required.At least 4 years of experience in grant writing, institutional fundraising, or a related fieldDemonstrated track record of securing major gifts.Preferred Skills & Qualifications:Federal/state/large foundation grant processes: Familiarity with compliance requirements and application structures for government and large private funders.Multi-year funding strategy: Ability to sequence grants and build toward larger, sustained investments over multiple funding cycles.Data-to-narrative translation: Converting complex research and systems-level data into compelling, funder-ready narratives.Experience in education, workforce development, or systems-change nonprofit environmentsExperience with complex, data-driven proposals (e.g., research partnerships, multi-year grants)Duties and ResponsibilitiesRevenue & Portfolio Management (Primary Accountability)Manage a portfolio of institutional funders and grant opportunities, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of funder priorities, funding history, and engagement strategiesOwn and drive institutional revenue goals by securing new grants, renewals, and multi-year commitmentsDevelop and execute tailored proposals and stewardship strategies to strengthen funder relationships and increase funding over time. Meet or exceed established performance goals related to:Total funds raisedDonor retentionSecured and stewarded multi-year commitmentsPipeline & Grant Lifecycle ManagementMaintain a robust pipeline of institutional funding opportunities across all stages of the grant lifecycle: prospecting, qualification, positioning, submission, award, stewardship, and renewalEnsure each opportunity has clear next steps, timelines, and ownership to advance toward submission and fundingLead the development and submission of high-quality grant proposals, LOIs, and concept papers aligned with funder prioritiesTrack all deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements to ensure timely and accurate submissionMaintain high standards of data integrity within the CRM (DonorPerfect), documenting all funder interactions, strategies, and outcomesGrant StrategyDevelop and execute a comprehensive institutional fundraising strategy aligned with E3’s annual development goals and multi-year strategic planEvaluate and prioritize funding opportunities based on alignment, competitiveness, and potential returnProactively position E3’s work to align with funder priorities, shaping proposals and strategies before submissionIdentify opportunities to sequence funding and build toward larger, multi-year investmentsPipeline Development & ProspectingProactively identify, research, and qualify new institutional funders to expand E3’s funding baseMaintain a healthy pipeline with a balance of near-term submissions and long-term cultivation opportunitiesConduct in-depth prospect research to understand funding priorities, application processes, and alignment with E3’s workLeverage internal and external networks to uncover new funding opportunities and strategic partnershipsNetwork within the grant funding community to stay informed of trends and opportunities while providing introductions to potential funders.Cross-Functional Leadership & Case DevelopmentCollaborate with program, research, finance, communications, and executive leadership to develop compelling, fundable proposalsTranslate complex data, research, and systems-level work into clear, persuasive narratives tailored to fundersContribute to the development and refinement of E3’s case for support and investable planPartner with senior leadership to support funder engagement, including briefings, presentations, and strategic conversationsPlanning, Forecasting & Performance ManagementContribute to the Annual Development Plan and institutional funding strategyMaintain accurate revenue forecasts and pipeline reports to support organizational planning and decision-makingCreate, track, and analyze performance metrics to assess effectiveness of grant strategy and identify areas for improvementIdentify opportunities, threats, and risks to revenue and proactively adjust strategy to ensure funding goals are metProvide regular updates to leadership on pipeline status, funding projections, and key opportunitiesCompensation and BenefitsE3 Alliance is supported by founding partner Austin Community College District (ACC), and through this partnership utilizes ACC payroll and human resource systems. Through ACC, E3 Alliance staff have access to ACC compensation and benefits systems, including generous vacation and sick leave, insurance, and other benefits.Salary Range: $75,000-$82,000Salary based on experience and expertiseHealth care and dental insurance, TRS retirement benefits, disability insurance, and other standard ACC benefitsE3 Alliance is unable to support candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United StatesThis position is grant-funded, but does not have a defined timeframe and is intended to be a full-time, ongoing positionTo be considered for this position applicants must complete both of the following steps:Submit an ACC application, includes uploading your resume and a compelling cover letterComplete the E3 Alliance Employment Questionnaire: E3 Alliance Employment QuestionnaireNumber of Openings:1Job Posting Close Date:June 11, 2026Clery ActAs required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting.Austin Community College produces an Annual Security Report as required by the Clery Act. This report includes statistics from the previous three years concerning reported crime that occurred on campus; public property adjacent to and accessible from campus; and in certain non-campus buildings/property owned or controlled by ACC. The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security and other safety information.For direct access to the current Annual Security Report, visit . You may obtain a hard copy by contacting the Clery Compliance Officer ( View email address on click.appcast.io ). For an overview, see ACC's Clery Act website.DisclaimerThe above description is an overview of the job. 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