Grants Manager

Easterseals Serving Greater Cincinnati dba Easterseals Redwood; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO and Extended Illness Time

Health Insurance options

401 K Retirement Plan with a company m

Dental and Vision Insurance options

Education and Professional Development

Paid holidays

Job summary

Easterseals Redwood, a leading human services organization in the Greater Cincinnati region, seeks a Grants Manager to lead institutional funding strategies across foundations, corporations, and government sources. You will oversee the full grant lifecycle, from prospect research to reporting and funder stewardship, collaborating with program, finance, and marketing teams.

The ideal candidate has strong writing, project management, and funder-relations experience, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and 3+ years in grant writing/management.
• Experience building and stewarding relationships with funders (foundation, corporate, government).
• Strong persuasive and technical writing, editing, research, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to interpret funder guidelines, contracts, regulations, and program/financial data.
• Experience with grant budgeting and working with finance partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of foundation and government grants and develop annual strategy.
• Translate program, financial, and outcome data into compelling funder narratives.
• Collaborate across teams to create grant work plans and timelines.
• Maintain the grant reporting calendar and deliver timely reports.
• Serve as main contact for funders; ensure compliance and stewardship.
• Coordinate with marketing to publicize awards and impact while adhering to guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records in fundraising databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge NXT, Instrumentl).
• Supervise Grants Specialist with coaching and performance reviews.
• Contribute to annual fundraising goals and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Grant writing

Project management

Persuasive writing

Research

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Instrumentl

Job description

Easterseals Redwood isn’t a typical human services agency. We are a dynamic team of more than 400 professionals who persist and advocate for the people we serve. We’re more than just an organization—we’re an opportunity, a chance, a vision, and a family.

Here in the tristate, we value growth, courage, tenacity, and diversity, and every employee plays an important role in the overall success of the organization.

• Offers inclusive early childhood education for kids with and without disabilities.
• Is one of only five assistive technology centers in the state of Kentucky.
• Provides a range of therapies for children and adults which position them to thrive.
• Operates several adult-day and community-based services for people with disabilities looking to find connection.
• Began a construction training curriculum more than two decades ago that has prepared more than 5,000 people in construction trades.
• Has unique services that assist veterans in transitioning to successful civilian lives and connect to emergency assistance through our veteran hotline.
• Operates two successful social enterprises across the Greater Cincinnati region, employing many of the people we serve because we know it’s a lot easier to learn while you earn.

We take pride in our commitment to nurturing growth, not just in the individuals we serve, but also in our employees. Easterseals Redwood creates a sense of purpose and drive in many people’s lives. Here in the tristate, we value growth, courage, tenacity, and diversity, and every employee plays an important role in the overall success of the organization.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package – ranking in the Top 10% of all employers, according to Gallagher – that includes medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401k with a company match; paid time off and 10 paid holidays; tuition reimbursement and more.

Whether you are looking for full or part-time work, Easterseals Redwood may have the right opportunity for you!

Position:Grants Manager

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:1555

# of Openings:1

GRANTS MANAGER - FULL TIME

Who is Easterseals Redwood?

At Easterseals Redwood, we believe in the power of purpose and the power of work. We empower children and adults with disabilities, military veterans, and people facing disadvantages in our region to live full and meaningful lives. Our programs are designed to meet individuals where they are -- to enrich education, expand employment, enhance health, and elevate our communities.

By 2030, 10,000 people each year will say Easterseals Redwood makes their lives better. As one of the largest human service providers in the region, our team members won’t rest until every one of us is valued, respected, and accepted.

Easterseals Redwood operates a ~$30 million annual budget, with a fundraising target of $4M in 2026 and a goal to increase giving each year. In 2024, we completed a $30 million capital campaign and opened The Farmer Family Foundation Regional Impact Campus in Walnut Hills as a hub for our work throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

Our Values: Believe in people, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact, and Courage

Why join Easterseals Redwood:

• Competitive salary, flexible schedules!
• PTO and Extended Illness Time
• Health Insurance options
• 401 K Retirement Plan with a company match
• Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Disability Insurance options
• Education and Professional Development Assistance
• Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 10 Paid holidays
• Public Service Loan Eligible Employer
• Growth Opportunities, inclusive environment, supportive management!

Position Summary:

The Grants Manager leads Easterseals Redwood’s institutional funding strategy across foundation, corporate, and government sources and serves as a leader on the Advancement & Marketing team. This role manages the full grant lifecycle, including prospect research, proposal development, award administration, reporting, compliance, renewals, and funder stewardship. The Grants Manager works closely with program, finance, quality, systems analytics, compliance, marketing, and advancement colleagues to turn organizational priorities and measurable impact into clear, accurate funding requests and reports.

The ideal candidate has experience with philanthropic and government grants, strong writing and project management skills, and the judgment to manage funder relationships, deadlines, and compliance requirements along with a commitment to Easterseals Redwood’s mission, values, standards, and respect for the dignity and potential of every person.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of foundation and government funding opportunities and develop an annual grants strategy for each.
• Translate program, financial, and outcome information into accurate and persuasive narratives tailored to each funder.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to create work plans and timelines for grant submissions and coordinate agency-wide input.
• Manage the reporting calendar and prepare timely, accurate financial and programmatic reports.
• Serve as a key contact for foundation and government funders.
• Coordinate with marketing to communicate grant awards and program impact to ensure recognition, publicity, and messaging comply with funder guidelines and organizational standards.
• Maintain accurate records in Raiser’s Edge NXT and Instrumentl, and utilize technology to maximize opportunity and efficiency.
• Supervise and support the Grants Specialist through goal-setting, workload management, coaching, quality review, and professional development.
• Contribute to annual fundraising goals, campaign planning, and strategic initiatives to advance Easterseals Redwood’s mission and long-term sustainability.

Education/Qualifications:

• Belief in the mission and values of Easterseals Redwood.
• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of successful grant writing and grant management experience, including both philanthropic and government grants.
• Experience building and stewarding relationships with foundation, corporate, and/or government funders.
• Strong persuasive and technical writing, editing, research, and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor information for varied audiences.
• Working knowledge of nonprofit budgeting, grant budgets, financial reporting, allowable costs, and collaboration with finance staff.
• Exceptional attention to detail, project management skills, creativity, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret funder guidelines, contracts, regulations, program data, and financial information and communicate requirements clearly across departments.
• Knowledge of outcome measurement, evaluation planning, data visualization, and impact reporting.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT, Instrumentl, or comparable systems.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Easterseals Redwood reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as organizational needs require.