Grants Manager

Position: Grants Manager Location: Blair Hall, Suite 311 Type: Permanent Full-Time Position Overview Winston‑Sen​al State University’s Office of Advancement is hiring for a Grants Manager. This role is a strategic, action‑oriented leader in the Division of University Advancement, responsible for developing, writing, and post‑award management of philanthropic grants. The Grants Manager collaborates with the Director of Corporate & Foundation Engagement, Senior Director of Development, and the Office of Sponsored Programs to secure funding from private foundations and corporate philanthropies, and to coordinate hybrid proposals that blend philanthropic support with academic research. Job Duties & Responsibilities Grant Writing & Proposal Development (40%) Serve as the lead writer and project manager for all Advancement‑driven grant applications, letters of inquiry, and proposal narratives. Partner with the Director of Corporate and Foundation Engagement to translate funder cultivation strategies into highly competitive grant submissions, ensuring alignment with corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals and foundation priorities. Collaborate with the Senior Director of Development and the major gifts team to draft tailored proposals for high‑net‑worth individuals utilizing family foundations or complex donor‑advised funds. Maintain a centralized calendar of philanthropic grant deadlines, ensuring all required materials are assembled and submitted well in advance. Post‑Award Management & Compliance (25%) Act as the primary Advancement liaison to departmental grant recipients (Project Directors) to ensure grant funds are utilized efficiently and in strict adherence to private funder guidelines. Partner closely with the Senior Director of Advancement Services to track grant expenditures, process incoming foundation funds accurately, and ensure financial drawdowns align with the approved grant budget. Proactively identify and resolve potential compliance issues, budget variances, or project delays, advising the Assistant Vice Chancellor and departmental leadership on necessary course corrections. Research Innovation & Sponsored Programs Collaboration (20%) Coordinate with the Office of Sponsored Programs to ensure seamless coordination between philanthropic giving and federal/state research funding. Collaborate with OSP to navigate institutional routing processes and ensure that hybrid proposals involving faculty research meet all university compliance standards prior to submission. Work closely with academic Deans, faculty, and Principal Investigators to gather necessary data, budgets, and programmatic details required for complex proposals with a dual research and programmatic focus. Impact Reporting & Stewardship (15%) Take the lead on drafting and submitting all required interim and final grant reports to corporate and foundation funders, ensuring narrative and financial data accurately reflect the project’s success. Work in tandem with the Advancement Services team to integrate grant outcomes into broader donor stewardship plans, ensuring accurate impact reporting and appropriate recognition for partners. Work closely with grant recipients to capture qualitative data, success metrics, and human‑interest stories related to funded projects, translating these outcomes into compelling stewardship materials. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, Business, or a related field. Experience: 3–5 years of progressive experience in grant writing, grant management, or corporate and foundation relations. Proven Track Record: Demonstrable success in researching, writing, and securing complex, five‑ and six‑figure grants from private foundations, corporate philanthropies, or government entities. Federal Grants Experience: Familiarity with major foundation grant cycle processes and federal grant compliance and funding regulations is highly desirable. Writing & Communication: Exceptional technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to translate complex academic or programmatic jargon into clear, compelling narratives for external funders. Financial Acumen: Proficiency in grant budget development, financial tracking, and post‑award reporting; ability to reconcile project budgets against general ledger reports. Project Management: Highly organized with capability to manage multiple overlapping grant cycles, deadlines, and compliance requirements simultaneously. Agility with prospect research tools such as Instrumentl, Foundation Directory Online, GrantStation, and Advancement CRM databases (Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, etc.). Understanding of and commitment to the mission of higher education and WSSU’s strategic priorities. Strong integrity, discretion, and confidentiality. Willingness to travel regionally and nationally and to work occasional evenings and weekends for donor engagement. Position Information Position Number: 519011 Title: Grants Manager Classification Title: Corporate / Foundation Relations Professional Location: Blair Hall, Suite 311 Employment Type: Permanent Full‑Time Appointment Length: 12 months Salary: $72,000 – $80,000, commensurate with education and experience Working Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with some evenings and weekends required To apply, complete the online application in full detail. For questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation may call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr