Grants Strategy & Funding Manager

Easterseals Florida; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and PTO

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Easterseals Florida is seeking a Strategic Grants & Funding Manager to coordinate our funding portfolio and align resources with our mission. Reporting to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, you will oversee the full funding lifecycle from identifying opportunities to stewardship.

This role requires a strategic partner who can guide grants and contracts, monitor performance, and strengthen funder relationships while delivering measurable community outcomes for individuals and families we serve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of experience in grants management, institutional giving, grant writing, government contracts, nonprofit program management, or related field.
• Experience with government grants or contracts preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial aptitude.
• Excellent writing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Internet, and donor database systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate funding opportunities that support Easterseals Florida's mission and strategic goals.
• Coordinate the development of grant proposals, applications, and funding requests in partnership with program and organizational leaders.
• Serve as the central point of coordination among Philanthropy, Programs, Finance, and Leadership for grant-related activities.
• Guide the management of grants and contracts throughout the funding lifecycle, ensuring compliance, accountability, and successful execution.
• Monitor grant performance, outcomes, budgets, and spending to identify opportunities, challenges, and potential risks.
• Analyze programmatic and financial information to support decision‑making and continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports and communications that demonstrate impact, outcomes, and responsible stewardship of funding.
• Help strengthen funder relationships by supporting proactive communication, transparency, and exceptional stewardship.

Skills

Grants management

Fundraising strategy

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Financial analysis

Grant writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Donor databases

Job description

Easterseals Florida is seeking a Strategic Grants & Funding Manager to coordinate our funding portfolio and align resources with our mission. Reporting to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, you will oversee the full funding lifecycle from identifying opportunities to stewardship.

This role requires a strategic partner who can guide grants and contracts, monitor performance, and strengthen funder relationships while delivering measurable community outcomes for individuals and families we serve.