Foundation Grant Manager

Job Description: Foundation Grant Manager

Position: Foundation Grant Manager
Organization: Charisma’s Heart
Location: Los Angeles, California
Reports To: CEO
Salary: [Salary Range]
Employment Type: Full-time

About Us

Charisma’s Heart is dedicated to providing safe, temporary housing and comprehensive support services for low-income women and children. Our mission is to empower those experiencing housing instability to transition into stable and secure lives. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Foundational Grant Manager to join our team and help secure the funding necessary to sustain and expand our impactful programs.

Position Overview

The Foundational Grant Manager will be responsible for researching, writing, and managing grant proposals to secure funding from foundations, government agencies, and other grant-making entities. This role is critical in ensuring the financial sustainability of the organization’s programs and operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing, a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector, particularly in housing and human services, and a passion for the mission of supporting low-income women and children.

Key Responsibilities

• Grant Research: Identify and research prospective grant opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and other funding sources that align with the organization’s mission and programs.
• Grant Writing: Write and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and applications that clearly articulate the organization’s needs, goals, and the impact of its programs. Ensure proposals are tailored to meet the specific requirements of each funder.
• Grant Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of grants, including tracking deadlines, submitting progress reports, and ensuring compliance with all grant requirements. Manage the organization’s grant calendar to ensure timely submissions and reporting.
• Donor Stewardship: Cultivate and maintain relationships with foundation representatives and other grantors. Provide regular updates to funders, acknowledging their contributions and demonstrating the impact of their support.
• Budget Development: Work closely with the finance team to develop accurate and compelling grant budgets that align with organizational needs and funder requirements.
• Impact Reporting: Collaborate with program staff to gather data and stories that demonstrate the impact of funded programs. Prepare and submit narrative and financial reports to funders in accordance with grant agreements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the development, program, and finance teams to ensure alignment between grant proposals and organizational priorities. Participate in strategic planning to identify funding needs and opportunities.
• Compliance: Ensure that all grant-funded activities comply with the terms and conditions of each grant, including allowable costs, reporting requirements, and programmatic deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed of trends and best practices in grant writing and nonprofit funding. Recommend and implement strategies to improve the organization’s grant-seeking efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certification in Grant Writing or Fundraising is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grant writing, grant management, or a related field, preferably within the nonprofit sector. Experience in housing, human services, or related fields is highly desirable.

Skills

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive, and compelling proposals.
• Strong research skills to identify potential funding opportunities.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Proficiency in grant management software and fundraising databases.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with funders and stakeholders.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with foundation and government grant processes, including proposal writing, budgeting, and reporting. Understanding of the housing and human services sectors is a plus.
• Personal Attributes: Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to the organization’s mission. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Benefits

• [List of benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.]

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter below. Additionally, submit portfolio of relevant work to info@charismasheart.org. Please include “Foundation Grant Manager Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.