Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The organization operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on responding to the world's most severe humanitarian crises. The IRC's mission is to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a workforce dedicated to delivering lasting impact, the IRC aims to help millions regain their dignity and hope, making it a significant force for humanity.
Job Overview:
The Grants Manager position at the IRC in Sacramento is integral to the Grants Team, which is responsible for leveraging public and private funding opportunities. This role encompasses overseeing all pre- and post-award activities, including the preparation of concept notes, proposals, and budgets, while ensuring compliance with internal processes and external requirements from public agencies and private foundations. The Grants Manager will work closely with the Development Director and collaborate with various stakeholders, including finance, programs, and technical teams, to ensure the successful management of grants and funding opportunities. This position requires a proactive approach to prospecting, proposal development, and grants management, with a focus on maintaining high standards and effective communication throughout the process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants Manager will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including representing the Sacramento office in regional funding opportunities, collaborating with the Development Director to develop funding strategies, and managing the proposal calendar. The role involves leading the development of concept notes, proposals, and budgets, ensuring that all documentation meets quality standards. The Grants Manager will also oversee post-award activities, including budget modifications, report preparation, and maintaining grant files. Additionally, the position requires providing technical support to the Partnership coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Grants Coordinator and supervising the Grants Coordinator in Turlock, ensuring effective workload management and professional development. The Grants Manager will also be responsible for maintaining tracking systems and improving standard operating procedures in collaboration with finance and management teams.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Grants Manager position should possess a Bachelor's Degree in nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, social work, or related fields. A Master's degree is considered a plus, along with certification or continuing education in project management, proposal development, or fundraising. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, research, and organizational skills, familiarity with government funding processes, and experience working within the nonprofit sector. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management tools is essential, as well as the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor's Degree is required for this position, preferably in fields related to nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, or social work. A Master's degree is advantageous, and candidates with certifications or continuing education in relevant areas such as project management or fundraising will be viewed favorably.
Experience:
The Grants Manager role requires a minimum of five years of experience in the nonprofit or public sector, specifically in development and grants management. Additionally, candidates should have at least five years of supervisory experience, demonstrating their ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
Languages:
Excellence in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered beneficial but is not explicitly required.
Additional Notes:
This position is not fully remote; it operates in a standard hybrid office environment with occasional travel to the Turlock office as needed. The compensation for the Grants Manager role ranges from $84,872 to $91,137 annually, depending on various factors such as labor market conditions, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC is committed to equal opportunity employment and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid sick leave, holidays, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, retirement savings plans, and an Employee Assistance Program.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The organization operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on responding to the world's most severe humanitarian crises. The IRC's mission is to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a workforce dedicated to delivering lasting impact, the IRC aims to help millions regain their dignity and hope, making it a significant force for humanity.
Job Overview:
The Grants Manager position at the IRC in Sacramento is integral to the Grants Team, which is responsible for leveraging public and private funding opportunities. This role encompasses overseeing all pre- and post-award activities, including the preparation of concept notes, proposals, and budgets, while ensuring compliance with internal processes and external requirements from public agencies and private foundations. The Grants Manager will work closely with the Development Director and collaborate with various stakeholders, including finance, programs, and technical teams, to ensure the successful management of grants and funding opportunities. This position requires a proactive approach to prospecting, proposal development, and grants management, with a focus on maintaining high standards and effective communication throughout the process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants Manager will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including representing the Sacramento office in regional funding opportunities, collaborating with the Development Director to develop funding strategies, and managing the proposal calendar. The role involves leading the development of concept notes, proposals, and budgets, ensuring that all documentation meets quality standards. The Grants Manager will also oversee post-award activities, including budget modifications, report preparation, and maintaining grant files. Additionally, the position requires providing technical support to the Partnership coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Grants Coordinator and supervising the Grants Coordinator in Turlock, ensuring effective workload management and professional development. The Grants Manager will also be responsible for maintaining tracking systems and improving standard operating procedures in collaboration with finance and management teams.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Grants Manager position should possess a Bachelor's Degree in nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, social work, or related fields. A Master's degree is considered a plus, along with certification or continuing education in project management, proposal development, or fundraising. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, research, and organizational skills, familiarity with government funding processes, and experience working within the nonprofit sector. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management tools is essential, as well as the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor's Degree is required for this position, preferably in fields related to nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, or social work. A Master's degree is advantageous, and candidates with certifications or continuing education in relevant areas such as project management or fundraising will be viewed favorably.
Experience:
The Grants Manager role requires a minimum of five years of experience in the nonprofit or public sector, specifically in development and grants management. Additionally, candidates should have at least five years of supervisory experience, demonstrating their ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
Languages:
Excellence in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered beneficial but is not explicitly required.
Additional Notes:
This position is not fully remote; it operates in a standard hybrid office environment with occasional travel to the Turlock office as needed. The compensation for the Grants Manager role ranges from $84,872 to $91,137 annually, depending on various factors such as labor market conditions, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC is committed to equal opportunity employment and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid sick leave, holidays, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, retirement savings plans, and an Employee Assistance Program.
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