Grants Manager

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually Brady has one powerful mission — to unite all Americans against gun violence. Each year, 40,000 people in the U.S. die from gun violence. We can change that. No organization has a more comprehensive and systematic approach to ending America’s gun violence epidemic. They say it can't be done. But we know Americans can do anything. Even end this epidemic of gun violence. For we are more powerful than any problem when we work as one. Now is the time to unite people, from coast to coast, young and old, liberal and conservative, fed up and fired up, and free our country from what is killing us. It's in our hands. Job Summary: The Grants Manager will focus on grantwriting and managing Brady’s grants calendar, as well as planning stewardship. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in grantwriting, with strong project management, organization, and collaborative skills. This role ensures the timely submission of proposals and reports, supports the organization in maintaining strong relationships with funders, and assists the Senior Grants Manager in driving Brady’s fundraising efforts. We are seeking a proactive, self-motivated individual with a commitment to high standards of work quality. Duties and Responsibilities: Grantwriting and Submission Plan and draft proposals/LOIs, grant application narratives, and budgets; collaborate to finalize with program staff, finance, the Senior Grants Manager, and the Chief Development and Engagement Officer. Submit grant applications via paper or online portals, and maintain a list of passwords. Strategically and diligently manage the submission schedule/grants calendar to ensure adherence to funder requirements and secure timely renewals. Documentation and Data Management Maintain master calendar of grants and prospects and all associated files and correspondence. Maintain a library of grant support documents including resumes, bios, IRS forms, Board/staff diversity lists, etc. Manage and update grants data, trackers, calendars, and other related systems. Funder Communication and Stewardship Assist in coordinating strategic outreach and communications to institutional giving donors. Support grants team in developing tailored engagement strategies for prospective institutional donors. Create updated and engaging collateral on Brady programs and strategies for use in prospect outreach and by the broader Brady Development team, as needed. Attend meetings with foundation staff to cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships, as needed, alongside other members of the Brady team. Reporting and Compliance Monitor and maintain funder and investor reporting schedules and requirements. Draft compelling progress reports and targeted program updates to funders that fully capture programmatic success. Assemble all necessary supporting materials and documents, including budget reports, outcome measurements, success stories, etc.; submit reports to funders and investors. Assist the Senior Grants Manager and Finance team in improving accounting policies and procedures related to grant funding. Collaboration and Strategy Attend biweekly/monthly check-ins with the Programs team to stay up-to-date on organizational activities and strategize fundraising efforts. Assist the Senior Grants Manager in tracking progress toward organizational and programmatic outcomes and goals. Be familiar with and able to communicate the details of Brady’s grants portfolio. Skills and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or higher, or 6 years of relevant work experience. Minimum of 3 years of experience in grantwriting. Strong project management and organizational skills, including experience managing hard deadlines. Demonstrated writing and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively across departments. The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 annually, with the exact salary depending on experience. Competitive benefits include employer-funded health, dental, and vision insurance flexible spending accounts pre-tax parking and transit accounts 403(B) plan with employer match Employer-paid basic life and AD&D coverage reimbursement for cell phone use Headspace subscription 16 weeks paid parental leave unlimited PTO plus paid week closure at the end of the calendar year eleven paid federal holidays Brady is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and believes in driving equality in our communities and workplace. Brady is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, and providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class according to local, state, and federal law. We also provide reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.To request an accommodation during the interview process, please email: View email address on click.appcast.io Brady understands that gun violence disproportionately harms communities that have long faced systemic racism and inequities, including Black, Latinx, Native American, and LGBTQ people. We believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities and lived experiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr