Grants Manager

Oolite Arts seeks an experienced Grants Manager. This position supports the development department by writing grant proposals and reports for the organization. The ideal candidate has experience writing coherent, organized, and compelling proposals as well as the ability to oversee, monitor, track, and report existing grants. Knowledge of fundraising methods and plans to reach income goals as well as collaboration with team members in the organization to assist with other fundraising projects will be an integral part of this position.
Oolite Arts supports artists and advances the knowledge and practice of contemporary visual arts and culture in South Florida. Oolite creates opportunities for experimentation and innovation and encourages the exchange of ideas across cultures through residencies, exhibitions, public programs, education and outreach.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(include but are not limited to) :
Responsible for all aspects of grants management, including grant proposal development, monitoring and reporting; incoming grants and outgoing (re-granting) outreach, monitoring, compliance, reporting and submitting, with accuracy and efficiency.
Processing of contracts, developing of budgets, uploading budgets and password/portal access management.
Collaborate and communicate with departmental staff to collect or develop items needed for grants such as budgets, data, metrics, program details, etc.
Research and cultivate new grants/ foundation opportunities to grow the portfolio i.e., capital opportunities with the VP of Development and CEO.
Attend panel reviews and meetings in the community as needed.
Donor and prospect pipeline data management and analysis via CRM (updating database re: correct information, email addresses, contact touchpoints, etc.), and effective use of other cross-functional technology tools.
Maintaining shared-access departmental files with key information, such as reports, proposals, presentation decks, minutes & correspondence.
Producing and analyzing fundraising and sponsorship management reports, as per specifications in Team fundraising plan.
Providing project-management support to the Development Team.
Providing superior client, partner, donor — and internal-collegial — customer service; nimbly troubleshooting as necessary while collaborating on or referring complex matters to appropriate staff across the Organization, as needed.
Producing work with exceptional attention to detail, reflecting strong internal/external customer service skills, sensibilities, and a high standard of performance; and
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
BA or equivalent education
5+ years of nonprofit or philanthropic administrative experience or equivalent experience in CDFIs and/or with public/government grants desirable.
Knowledge of grant writing strategies and techniques for corporate, foundation, and government sources.
Demonstrated commitment to and passion for Oolite’s mission, vision, and values.
Expertise in CRM, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, list management, and other web-based programs.
Proficiency in project management & cross-team collaboration to execute project/team goals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills — notably with a keen eye and ear for detail, nuance.
Self-starter with the ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with clarity re: seeking help and offering solutions.
Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Non-profit experience a plus.
Ability to write well.
Proficient knowledge of fundraising methods.
Commitment to the mission you are representing.
Deadline-driven team player
Outstanding multitasking abilities.
EEO/DFWP
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Range: $55,000-$70,000
Benefits:
Dental Insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
To apply, please send your resume to: [email protected]

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