Federation Grants Program Manager

Colonial Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid leave

Job summary

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is seeking a highly organized Program Manager to oversee grants to state and local chambers and other programs that support advocacy. The role focuses on administration, funding development, and strategic partnerships to expand chamber initiatives.

Responsibilities include grant lifecycle management, performance monitoring, and building strong relationships with grantees and internal teams to advance policy priorities. Hybrid work in Washington, D.C. area is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in grant administration, program management, or nonprofit development.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation with a collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and navigate complex stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of grants to state and local chambers, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, reporting deadlines, and alignment with Chamber priorities.
• Monitor grant performance metrics and deliverables, providing regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain grant tracking systems and documentation to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Conduct grant reviews and assessments to evaluate impact and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify and conceptualize grant opportunities to support state and local chamber initiatives in partnership with the relevant divisions.
• Research potential funding sources, including foundations, corporate sponsors, and government programs.
• Coordinate with leadership on drafting and submitting proposals for additional funding to expand advocacy efforts.
• Develop compelling grant narratives and supporting materials that align with funder priorities and Chamber goals.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with state and local chambers receiving grant funding.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance and support to grantees, ensuring they have resources to meet objectives.
• Facilitate communication between grantees, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Centers of Excellence to align grant-funded activities with broader advocacy goals.
• Cultivate partnerships with funders and external stakeholders to strengthen grant opportunities.

Skills

Grant administration

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Job description

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is seeking a highly organized Program Manager to oversee grants to state and local chambers and other programs that support advocacy. The role focuses on administration, funding development, and strategic partnerships to expand chamber initiatives.

Responsibilities include grant lifecycle management, performance monitoring, and building strong relationships with grantees and internal teams to advance policy priorities. Hybrid work in Washington, D.C. area is expected.