Grants and Development Manager
Position Summary:
The Grants and Development Manager implements the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center’s (IWC) grant and development plans to increase revenue and visibility and further the mission of the organization. In close collaboration with the Executive Director, identifies and applies for state, federal and private grants to further the mission of the organization. This position focuses on grant writing while managing/supporting agency fundraising and development. The Manager works with the Executive Director and Deputy Director to cultivate funder and donor relationships and develop diverse funding sources to sustain new and existing programs. With the Leadership Team and program staff, they work to integrate new funding streams and reporting requirements into the organization.
Responsibilities:
Grant Development, Writing, and Management
Research regional and national philanthropic foundations as part of an annual foundation grant strategy.
Conduct outreach and deeper investigation into viable foundations, prioritize targets, and develop a calendar of grant deadlines.
Work with the Executive Director, Deputy Director and Program Directors to prioritize grant-seeking to meet organization needs, expand programs, and increase revenue.
Write and edit federal and state grants and contracts and ensure timely submission; in conjunction with Directors, ensure compliance with all requirements once awarded.
Research, write, and submit letters of intent and grant proposals to private foundations.
Maintain organization monthly and annual schedules for grant applications, reports, and renewals.
Fundraising and Development
Create, update, participate in, and support execution of the agency development strategy and annual fundraising to increase revenue, including grants, publicity, special events, annual fund, capital campaigns, etc.
Cultivate, engage, and maintain ongoing relationships with supporters, major donors, foundations, government agencies, municipalities, and corporations.
Coordinate with the Communication Director about the implementation of public relations, marketing, and fundraising plans (e.g. direct donor appeals, events, donor acknowledgements/mailing list, newsletters and other online or print communications, branded materials, etc.) to secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and businesses.
Community Relations and Administrative Management
Support the Executive Director in presentations, tours, speaking engagements, networking groups, and community events as needed related to fundraising.
Interact with staff, youth/clients, donors, volunteers, and the public in a friendly, professional, and welcoming manner; models respect and encourage a culture of philanthropy.
Maintain strict confidentiality of client, agency, and donor information.
Uses program data, staff/youth interviews, and real-life examples to tell the story of agency’s impact and results for publicity, quality assurance, grants, and reporting.
Utilize grants and fundraising data to monitor and report on requests/campaigns and results.
Work closely with the Finance Director in preparation of department budgets and tracking expenditures within budget.
Participate in administrative, management, and/or Board committee meetings as assigned.
Qualifications
Job Related Experience:
Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Five years’ experience with increasing responsibility for grant writing and development in a non-profit may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. Training in nonprofit and/or public grant writing required. Experience/training in nonprofit grants management, program development, social services grant reporting, fundraising, or other relevant skills preferred.
Specialized Skills:
Excellent writing and editing skills required. Ability to communicate clearly and engage/influence others via grant proposals, phone, email, and in person. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Able to work independently and as a team. Excellent Windows-based computer, word processing, formatting, PDF, and web research skills required. Qualified candidates will have an exceptional eye for detail and strategic thinking.
Work Environment:
This is a full-time (typically 32 hours/week) position, with most work to be performed onsite with option of some days remote during normal business hours.
Benefits Include:
Health, Dental & Eye Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Parking
Opportunities for professional development
Collaborative and Inclusive work environment
Starting Annual Salary Range:
$55,000-$60,000, depending on experience.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for a position with the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center,
please send your resume to jobs@welcomeimmigrant.org or 24 Preble Street #4, Portland, ME 04101.
IWC encourages applications from New Mainers.
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IWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, IWC reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
ABOUT THE GREATER PORTLAND IMMIGRANT WELCOME CENTER
The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center serves as a hub of collaboration to strengthen the immigrant community through language acquisition, economic integration and civic engagement. We achieve that mission through four unique programs:
The iEnglish Project: Less than 4% of English learners in the U.S. have access to the quality English instruction they need for work and community. We’re working to change that.
Community Integration: Proactively supporting Maine’s immigrants by helping them to engage in civic life.
Business Hub: Helping immigrants understand, navigate, and thrive as an integral part of the Maine business community.
Women Lead: Run by women for women, Women Lead empowers immigrant women to reach economic self-sufficiency through the pursuit of their professional, entrepreneurial, or educational goals.