Children's Law Center · 20 hours ago
Grants Manager
Washington, DC, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $81K/yr
4+ years expChildren’s Law Center is a mission-driven organization focused on providing high-quality legal services to children and families in DC. The Grants Manager plays a critical role in supporting the Development Team by managing the full lifecycle of institutional grants, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and facilitating collaboration across teams.
Law Practice
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage the full grant life cycle in coordination with external grant writing firm, including prospecting, proposal development, submission, reporting and stewardship for foundation, corporate and government grants
Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar, tracking deadlines for proposals, reports, renewals and deliverables
Coordinate internal and external workflows for grant submissions and reporting, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
Support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) in identifying new funding opportunities and stewarding existing fund-raising relationships. Lead cross-functional collaboration to gather necessary data, narratives and financials for grant proposals and reports
Lead the internal project management for all funded grants, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between the Development, Program and Finance teams
Develop clear work plans with grant writing firm and internal stakeholders to meet grant deliverables and deadlines
Facilitate regular meetings with grant writing firm and program managers to review grant progress, anticipate challenges and develop solutions
Monitor progress on grant-funded projects to ensure alignment with stated objectives and timelines
Prepare and submit timely, high-quality grant applications for funding opportunities managed internally
Prepare and submit timely, high-quality grant reports that clearly articulate program impact and financial expenditures for funding opportunities managed internally
Create and maintain relationships with Foundation and Institution contacts to cultivate and steward strong, ongoing relationships
Maintain meticulous records of all grant-related documentation, including original proposals, contracts, reports and correspondence
Develop and maintain a robust system for tracking grant performance against key deliverables, outcomes and timelines
Ensure rigorous compliance with all funder requirements, terms and conditions, serving as the internal expert on grant reporting and regulatory standards
Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure grant budgets are accurately developed and aligned with programmatic needs and funder specifications
Facilitate regular check-ins with program and finance teams to assess grant performance and compliance
Monitor grant expenditures and budget variances, ensuring funds are used appropriately and efficiently according to grant agreements
Provide regular financial updates and analysis to the CDO and program staff on the status of grant spending
Ensure all grant activities comply with funder requirements and organizational policies
Assist in preparing for audits and funder reviews as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum of four - seven years of experience in non-profit grants management, grant writing or institutional fundraising
Preferred
Degree or certification in nonprofit management, public administration or related field preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to craft persuasive and clear grant narratives
Experience building and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Proficiency in grant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Salesforce or similar CRM, (e.g., Donor Perfect) is a plus
Experience with Power BI is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Employer-provided retirement contributions
Flexible spending plans
Vacation
Sick
Holiday
Family and medical leave
Company
Children's Law Center
Children’s Law Center believes every child should grow up with a strong foundation of family, health and education and live in a world free from poverty, trauma, racism and other forms of oppression.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Millicent Nwolisa MSc.
Chief Operating Officer
Brian Shook
Chief Development Officer
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