Regional Grants Manager

Job Description

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in business, nonprofit management, public administration, communications, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and 5+ years of progressive grant writing and grants management experience

· Demonstrated track record of securing private, corporate, and government grant funding

· Strong written, verbal, analytical, and project management skills

· Proficiency with MS Office Suite, CRM systems, and grant-making platforms

· Ability to interpret program goals, outcomes, budgets, and logic models to ensure alignment with grant criteria

· Experience leading cross-departmental collaboration for reporting and compliance

· Ability to manage multiple deadlines and guide others in meeting required deliverables

· Strong research skills with proven ability to identify and evaluate funding opportunities

· Understanding of nonprofit finance fundamentals, restricted funding, and compliance requirements

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

· Alignment with and respect for The Salvation Army’s mission and philosophy

· Must pass a criminal background check

· Ability to attend occasional meetings or site visits as required

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Grants Leadership

· Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive regional grants strategy for So NV

· Serve as the primary grants manager for the region, ensuring alignment with TSA CRD policies, Area Command priorities, and divisional fundraising goals

· Manage the full lifecycle of private, corporate, and government grants from prospecting to submission to reporting

· Coordinate closely with the Reg. Development Director and Area Coordinating Officer to secure approvals, strengthen applications, and advance significant grant opportunities

· Establish annual revenue goals in collaboration with Community Relations & Development Territorial standards; track progress and adjust strategy as needed

Grant Writing & Proposal Development

· Prepare, write, or oversee high-quality proposals, LOIs, applications, and supporting documents for new and existing grants

· Develop, maintain, & update standardized grant templates, organizational information packets, & proposal language

· Research new public and private funding opportunities that align with current and emerging program needs

· Ensure all proposals reflect accurate program descriptions, case statements, funding gaps, and outcome measures

Grant Reporting, Compliance & Cross-Team Coordination

· Manage and lead Southern Nevada’s grant reporting pipeline, coordinating and supporting all program staff, finance staff, and Corps Officers to submit timely and accurate data

· Coordinate reporting and compliance requirements across the SONV team, including timelines, assigned responsibilities, and document collection

· Ensure adherence to funder requirements, TSA policies, audit standards, and government regulations

· Maintain master calendar for deadlines, reporting timelines, site visits, monitoring, and renewals

· Partner with Finance to ensure alignment of budgets, expenditures, and outcomes for all restricted grants

· Review all reports prior to submission for accuracy, narrative strength, and compliance

· Systems Administration & Data Management

· Manage Southern Nevada’s access and permissions to grant funding portals, databases, government systems, and required registration platforms (e.g., SAM.gov, JustGrants, GOE, city/county portals)

· Serve as the regional point of contact for maintaining active registrations, passwords, and compliance documentation

· Ensure all prospecting, submission, outcomes, and reporting records are fully documented in the CRM system according to TSA policy

· Maintain an organized digital library of proposals, attachments, budgets, and historical submissions

Internal Collaboration & Support

· Provide training, guidance, and technical assistance to Corps Officers, program staff, and volunteers involved in grant-related activities

· Collaborate with program leadership to understand program models, outcomes, and funding gaps

· Support the development of new programs or expansion of existing ones by identifying viable grant opportunities

· Maintain strong working relationships with city, county, state, and federal agencies to enhance visibility into public grant cycles

Funders & External Relations

· Build and maintain professional relationships with grant program officers, government liaisons, foundation representatives, and corporate partners

· Facilitate site visits, funder tours, and grant monitoring meetings as required

· Represent The Salvation Army professionally in meetings, briefings, and collaborative funding discussions

Other Duties

· Other responsibilities as assigned that advance the effectiveness of the Grants function and support the mission of The Salvation Army in Southern Nevada

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MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

Company Description

MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.