Grants Manager

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada; Dubai; On-site; AED 191,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Dubai is seeking a Grants Manager to oversee grant programs, develop proposals, and ensure compliance with funding requirements. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in grant management. This role requires strong writing and analytical skills. Compensation is $52,000 annually, with benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of experience managing grant funds.
• Strong writing skills to prepare detailed grant reports.
• Valid Nevada driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of grant programs to ensure compliance.
• Develop proposals that effectively communicate organizational goals.
• Cultivate relationships with current and potential funders.

Skills

Grant writing

Financial reporting

Communication

Analytical skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Grant Hub

FoundationSearch

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Grants Manager is responsible for all aspects of organizational grant programs. This includes:

• Source and research potential grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and governmental sources.
• Develop grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization’s goals, objectives, and strategies to potential funders.
• Author engaging and compelling content, complete and submit applications, and track potential grant funding opportunities.
• Identify potential funding prospects by analyzing new donors, past contributions, and organizational focus areas.
• Assist with grant billing and financial reports from government agencies and non-government funding sources.
• Administer, manage, implement, access, monitor, control, and review the organization;s grants, projects, and programs.
• Acts as liaison with all Boys & Girls Clubs of America grant/funding opportunities.
• Monitor, review, and report on assigned grant-funded programs and projects to ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, assurances, and requirements of grantor agencies.
• Prepare and provide grant budgets, assist with financial and stewardship reports, and provide technical support and instruction to program staff.
• Work within the Development Department to develop annual strategies and projections to fulfill funding needs.

The essential job duties

Administration:

• Manages and administers all grant programs to ensure adherence and compliance with rules, regulations, assurances, and requirements of grantor agencies. This includes any grant/funding opportunities with Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
• Schedule and manage meetings to collect program information, clarify requirements or outcomes, and develop grant proposals. Work closely with program and financial staff to prepare budgets for grant proposals. Manage the grant inbox and communicate with follow-up phone calls and emails.
• Manage grants calendar. Tracks applications, communicates results of submissions, and carries out follow-up for unsuccessful proposals. Ensuring that documents are stored in required areas.
• Works in collaboration with Department Directors and Executive Leadership to identify potential funding opportunities and ensure fit with the overall funding strategy and direction of the organization.
• Assists with the annual organizational budget process and the year-end close process with external auditors.
• Works in collaboration Department Directors to strategize on funding options and share information needed to complete grant applications;
• Provides training and technical assistance to Club program staff in all aspects of implementing and reporting grant-funded programs to ensure the effectiveness and compliance with program rules, regulations and requirements.
• Monitors program activities to ensure adherence to grant/program outcome measures.
• Works directly with funding agencies and auditors regarding grant requirements and request requirements.
• Acts as point of contact with the Boys & Girls Clubs Nevada Alliance to gather, compile, and report to the State of Nevada, as required, on funding around State Assembly/Senate bills.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with current and potential funders.
• Works with Club leaders and Operations to ensure that our membership database is utilized to collect program data leading to accurate and timely submission of required reports.
• Compiles information required and prepares grant reports as dictated by grantors.
• Analyzes grant funding trends to identify growing programs, opportunities for increased funding, and areas in need of greater development.
• Serve as an organizational representative at funder meetings, conferences, and other networking events as needed, exemplifying BGCSNV e2 809s core values of integrity, excellence, and community. Deliver exceptional service by fostering positive relationships, communicating the organization9s mission with passion, and ensuring every interaction reflects our dedication to youth, families, and partners.

Other Duties

• Will be required to assist with BGCSNV special events.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and/or Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or other relevant fields is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible work experience managing grant funds from federal/local government agencies, grant writing, funding development, or project management and managing accounting functions in a non-profit agency, or equivalent experience which includes strong knowledge of government grant management principles.
• Strong writing skills in English sufficient to prepare grant reports.
• Skills in computing basic mathematics sufficient to prepare and verify financial and budget reports.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and applications of grant/program, evaluation, and planning along with grant compliance best practices, budgeting and accounting practices, processes, and procedures of non-profit organizations.
• Advanced skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Additional experience working within funding (Altru), grant management (Grant Hub), and research (FoundationSearch) databases a plus.
• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, board members, volunteers, and other related agencies.

Valid Nevada driver’s license and a good driving record. Use of a personal vehicle may be required, with reimbursement for mileage at standard IRS rates.

Culture Index and Application

In addition to an application, resume, and cover letter (optional) completion of our Culture Index Survey is required for consideration. Click below to get started:

https://go.cultureindex.com/s/s7f7JpO0o5

Compensation: $52,000 annually. Eligible for full-time benefits after the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and Employee Assistance Program. Employment with BGCSNV may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Drug testing and fingerprint based background checks are required as conditions of employment. An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace