FUND DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS

Position/Title: F/T Grants and Development Manager

Location: 508 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ
Hours: Monday to Friday; 9am - 5pm (Hybrid)
Salary: $70,000 to $75,000 annually
Reports To: VP, Fund Development and Communications
Position Posted: 3/27/25; until filled

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

The Grants/ Development Manager with the Urban League of Essex County (ULEC) reports to the VP of Fund Development and Communications. In this role, he/she will maintain a portfolio of private funding sources (individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and foundation support/ grants) as well as public funding/ grants. He/she will be responsible for supporting all aspects of private and public giving and/or grants, including the identification of donor prospects, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage and grow a $1.2 M portfolio composed of both private funding (individual donations, corporate sponsorships/ grants, and foundation support) as well as public funding (state and national grants).
  • Set and meet annual goals regarding prospects identified and proposals submitted.
  • Cultivate and develop meaningful relationships with new and existing corporate and foundation grant makers.
  • Draft templates for organization’s comprehensive program and services.
  • Draft written materials to be utilized in proposals and the solicitation of funds (i.e. case for support).
  • Research and develop a list of prospective donors.
  • Manage all aspects of grant writing, including letters of inquiry, budgets, proposals, reports, renewals, special awards, and recognitions.
  • Work with program directors to obtain and organize data (e.g. outcomes and goals) necessary for proposal writing and reporting.
  • Enter all foundation and corporate contacts, funding, history, and deadlines into Virtuous (CRM). Maintain and update CRM. Run reports/queries at request of leadership.
  • Provide support for Board Members, CEO, and VP, Fund Development and Communications regarding foundation and corporate relationships.
  • Attend and support special grant-related events when necessary.
  • Collaborate with diverse team members, including leadership, program directors, program participants, members of the finance department, Board/committee members, and volunteers.
  • Identify challenges and recommend solutions to leadership.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • At least 2 years of experience in career coaching, workforce development, case management, or a similar role.
  • Experience working with adult learners, older workers, or underserved populations is preferred.
  • BA or BS required, MA preferred.
  • Grant writing experience (3-5 years) as well as attention to detail, an understanding of the relevance of programming in a social, racial, and economic justice landscape, and the ability to create compelling narratives.
  • Knowledge of and adherence to policies as well as procedures of foundations, corporations, and government agencies relating to processes regarding proposal submissions.
  • Strong prospecting skills, familiarity with or willingness to learn Instrumentl to research prospects.
  • Skilled in following up and tracking information for a successful finish.
  • Skilled at building lasting relationships with potential foundation and corporate officers as well as volunteers.
  • Can proactively work with program directors to secure information needed for proposals.
  • Thought partner who understands creative processes and is willing to implement feedback from leadership.
  • Experience in creating reports for Board of Directors.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage multiple priorities, and work in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to work well with others outside of the organization.
  • Familiarity with Virtuous (CRM) preferred, but not required.
  • Passion for social justice and racial equality.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

HOW TO APPLY:

E-mail resume/CV and cover letter to: #CareersAtULEC here
In the subject line write: Grants and Development Manager

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