Foundation & Grants Manager

The Hecktman Family JCCs of Chicago; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hecktman Family JCCs of Chicago is seeking a Grant Manager to strengthen our ability to secure funding from private, corporate, and government funders. You will lead foundation research, manage grant timelines, and coordinate proposal development and reporting to support program outcomes.

This role collaborates with the program area staff, Finance, and Community Engagement to track grant budgets and ensure compliance with funders’ expectations, helping sustain and grow our community services.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting foundation research and drafting grant proposals.
• Ability to develop and manage grant submission timelines and budgets.
• Experience collaborating with program staff, Finance, and Community Engagement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research foundation/ funder interests and fit.
• Develop, track and manage grant submission timelines.
• Draft proposals, reports and ensure funder compliance.
• Coordinate with program staff and Finance to monitor budgets and outcomes.

Skills

Foundation research

Grant proposals

Grant reporting

Budget tracking

Program staff coordination

Job description

The Hecktman Family JCCs of Chicago is seeking a Grant Manager to strengthen our ability to secure funding from private, corporate, and government funders. You will lead foundation research, manage grant timelines, and coordinate proposal development and reporting to support program outcomes.

This role collaborates with the program area staff, Finance, and Community Engagement to track grant budgets and ensure compliance with funders’ expectations, helping sustain and grow our community services.