Grant Funding Manager - Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Grant Funding Manager for our Sandton-based client, a prestigious nonprofit. The role focuses on identifying, securing, and managing grant funding to sustain extensive programs and operations.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in grant writing, financial management, and securing significant funding, with leadership experience within a development team. This hybrid role offers flexibility between office collaboration and remote work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in grant writing, fundraising, and grant management.
• Proven success in securing substantial grants from diverse sources.
• Exceptional proposal writing and persuasive communication skills.
• Strong financial acumen and budgeting experience.
• Excellent research, analytical and strategic planning abilities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with funders.
• Experience with grant management software and CRM systems.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Experience in Gauteng region is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive grant funding strategy to meet financial goals.
• Identify grant opportunities from foundations, government, and CSR programs.
• Lead preparation and submission of high-quality grant proposals and budgets.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with funders.
• Manage grant lifecycle including reporting, compliance and communications.
• Monitor grant expenditures and align with budgets and proposals.
• Research funding trends and best practices in grant management.
• Collaborate with program staff to align grants with programs.
• Prepare regular reports on grant activities for senior management.
• Represent the organization in meetings with funders in Sandton and beyond.

Skills

Grant writing

Fundraising

Financial management

Proposal writing

Stakeholder relationship management

CRM software

Grant management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration / Non-profit Management / Public Policy / Finance

Tools

CRM software

Grant management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious non-profit organization headquartered in Sandton , Gauteng, is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Grant Funding Manager. This senior role is responsible for identifying, securing, and managing grant funding opportunities to support our client's extensive programs and operations. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's financial sustainability by cultivating relationships with foundations, corporations, and government bodies. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional grant writing expertise, a strong understanding of financial management, and a proven track record in securing significant funding. This is a key leadership position within our client's development team, offering the opportunity to drive substantial growth and impact from our Sandton base.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive grant funding strategy to meet organizational financial goals.
• Identify potential grant opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and corporate social responsibility programs.
• Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality grant proposals, budgets, and supporting documents.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders.
• Manage the grant lifecycle, including reporting requirements, compliance, and funder communications.
• Monitor grant expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets and proposals.
• Conduct research on funding trends and best practices in grant management.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure program alignment with grant objectives.
• Prepare regular reports on grant funding activities and outcomes for senior management.
• Represent the organization in meetings with potential and existing funders in the Sandton area and beyond.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Non-profit Management, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in grant writing, fundraising, and grant management, preferably within a large non-profit organization.
• Demonstrated success in securing substantial grants from diverse funding sources.
• Exceptional proposal writing and persuasive communication skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget development and management.
• Excellent research, analytical, and strategic planning abilities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with funders and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in grant management software and CRM systems.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects.
• Experience working within the Gauteng region and knowledge of local funding landscapes is highly desirable.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical fundraising practices.

Benefits

• This position offers a highly competitive salary and an executive benefits package, commensurate with the seniority and responsibilities of the role.
• You will lead critical fundraising efforts for a reputable organization based in Sandton , impacting numerous lives.
• Opportunities for professional development and strategic leadership are abundant.
• This hybrid role offers a flexible work arrangement, balancing office-based collaboration with remote work.
• Join a dynamic team and play an instrumental role in securing the resources needed to fulfill our client's vital mission in Gauteng and beyond.