Foundation Relations Manager/Grant Writer (Hybrid)
Riverdale, NJ Riverdale, NJ $58,000 - $62,000 a year $58,000 - $62,000 a year Description:
The Girl Scout mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Behind every Girl Scout and volunteer is a team of local staff ready to help them earn that next badge, embark on a camping adventure, or organize an impactful service project.
We are Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ) serving girls in grades K-12 in Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and northern Warren counties.
We bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to 18,000 girls and 10,000 adult members.
We are looking for a Foundation Relations Manager to come and join our team! This is a hybrid role and offers lot of flexibility.
Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for researching, writing and producing funding proposals and reports to support operating, program, and capital needs to both long-term, established funders and newly identified funders.
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
In collaboration with Fund Development team's leadership, responsible for developing and implementing a foundation fundraising strategy aligned with GSNNJ's strategic goals Write, manage and administer foundation, corporate and government grants and contracts that support Council programs, capital projects and general operations Spearhead collaboration with senior staff, community engagement department, program team and other department heads to identify and develop grant-supported programs and budgets Research and identify grant funding prospects meeting internal goals as developed by Fund Development team Develop letter of inquiry and proposal packages, including writing narratives, budgets and all other required attachments, complying with all required guidelines and deadlines Interpret funders' grant policies, procedures and requirements, and provide grants management advice on an ongoing basis Coordinate grants accounting and financial reporting with the finance department to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the award For awarded grants, provide support for contract execution, and ensure that internal stakeholders with responsibility to execute the grant, expend funds and report on deliverables have all information and tools needed.
Manage the contracts/grant agreement process and track the annual grants calendar Maintain electronic funder files with support from Executive Associate Fund Development Work with Executive Associate Fund Development and Director of Development to track grant revenue and generate revenue reports for CDO and senior leadership Establish and foster ongoing relationships with Council departments, funders, partners and volunteers Edit/proofread materials for Development and Marketing, as needed As is the case with all our roles at the GSNNJ council, we are a small and passionate team of lifelong learners who jump in to support our staff across departments.
As opportunities present, we expect our staff at all levels to participate in organizational initiatives and support our mission of serving girls.
All staff are required to promote and assist with council-wide programs, activities and public relations.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent related work experience.
Knowledge and experience in grant writing and foundation, corporate and state/federal funding practices.
Experience with fundraising databases and/org grant prospecting tools Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
Effective use of language, creativity, and commitment.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Able to work effectively and achieve goals both individually and as part of a team.
Experience with Microsoft Office package, including Word and Excel.
Ability to collect and analyze data.
Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
Ability to problem solve creatively.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to meeting strict deadlines, and setting priorities Specific knowledge and/or experience with Girl Scouts or youth focused organizations is preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Pay:
$58,000.
00 - $62,000.
00 per year Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for researching, writing and producing funding proposals and reports to support operating, program, and capital needs to both long-term, established funders and newly identified funders.
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Girl Scout mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Behind every Girl Scout and volunteer is a team of local staff ready to help them earn that next badge, embark on a camping adventure, or organize an impactful service project.
We are Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ) serving girls in grades K-12 in Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and northern Warren counties.
We bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to 18,000 girls and 10,000 adult members.
We are looking for a Foundation Relations Manager to come and join our team! This is a hybrid role and offers lot of flexibility.
Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for researching, writing and producing funding proposals and reports to support operating, program, and capital needs to both long-term, established funders and newly identified funders.
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
In collaboration with Fund Development team's leadership, responsible for developing and implementing a foundation fundraising strategy aligned with GSNNJ's strategic goals Write, manage and administer foundation, corporate and government grants and contracts that support Council programs, capital projects and general operations Spearhead collaboration with senior staff, community engagement department, program team and other department heads to identify and develop grant-supported programs and budgets Research and identify grant funding prospects meeting internal goals as developed by Fund Development team Develop letter of inquiry and proposal packages, including writing narratives, budgets and all other required attachments, complying with all required guidelines and deadlines Interpret funders' grant policies, procedures and requirements, and provide grants management advice on an ongoing basis Coordinate grants accounting and financial reporting with the finance department to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the award For awarded grants, provide support for contract execution, and ensure that internal stakeholders with responsibility to execute the grant, expend funds and report on deliverables have all information and tools needed.
Manage the contracts/grant agreement process and track the annual grants calendar Maintain electronic funder files with support from Executive Associate Fund Development Work with Executive Associate Fund Development and Director of Development to track grant revenue and generate revenue reports for CDO and senior leadership Establish and foster ongoing relationships with Council departments, funders, partners and volunteers Edit/proofread materials for Development and Marketing, as needed As is the case with all our roles at the GSNNJ council, we are a small and passionate team of lifelong learners who jump in to support our staff across departments.
As opportunities present, we expect our staff at all levels to participate in organizational initiatives and support our mission of serving girls.
All staff are required to promote and assist with council-wide programs, activities and public relations.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent related work experience.
Knowledge and experience in grant writing and foundation, corporate and state/federal funding practices.
Experience with fundraising databases and/org grant prospecting tools Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
Effective use of language, creativity, and commitment.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Able to work effectively and achieve goals both individually and as part of a team.
Experience with Microsoft Office package, including Word and Excel.
Ability to collect and analyze data.
Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
Ability to problem solve creatively.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to meeting strict deadlines, and setting priorities Specific knowledge and/or experience with Girl Scouts or youth focused organizations is preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Pay:
$58,000.
00 - $62,000.
00 per year Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for researching, writing and producing funding proposals and reports to support operating, program, and capital needs to both long-term, established funders and newly identified funders.
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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