Grants and Development Manager
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 and Development Manager at the IRC in Denver plays a crucial role in leveraging both public and private funding opportunities. This position is responsible for overseeing all pre- and post-award activities, which include preparing concept notes, proposals, and budgets, ensuring compliance with internal approval processes, and aligning with the requirements of public agencies and private foundations. The manager will also support resource development efforts, which encompass private donor relations, stewardship, in-kind donations, and special events. The role requires collaboration with various teams, including finance, programs, and headquarters' technical teams, under the supervision of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Executive Director and Senior Manager of Communications and Development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants and Development Manager's responsibilities include representing the Denver office in regional funding opportunities, particularly for restricted funding, and collaborating with the leadership team to develop a funding strategy. The manager will lead the proposal development process, ensuring high-quality standards in design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and narrative, and will coordinate grant opening and closing meetings. Post-award responsibilities involve working with finance and program leaders to modify budgets as needed, supporting report preparation, and maintaining contract and grant files. The manager will also set private fundraising goals, coordinate donor stewardship efforts, and ensure compliance with IRC policies regarding donations. Additionally, the role includes recruiting and training staff and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, social work, or related fields, or have equivalent work experience. Certification or continuing education in project management, proposal development, or fundraising is a strong plus. The position requires excellent writing, research, and organizational skills, familiarity with government funding processes, and knowledge of funding opportunities in Denver. Candidates should be self-directed, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and project management tools.
Educational Background:
A Master's Degree in a relevant field such as nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, or social work is required. Alternatively, candidates may demonstrate equivalent work experience that provides similar knowledge. Additional certifications or continuing education in project management, proposal development, or fundraising are highly desirable.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least five years of experience in the nonprofit or public sector, specifically in development and grants management. Experience in a supervisory role is preferred, indicating a capacity to lead and manage teams effectively. Familiarity with the local nonprofit and philanthropy environment is advantageous, as is experience working with budgets and finance departments.
Languages:
Excellence in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset 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 other sites as needed. The compensation for this role ranges from $79,277 annually, with variations based on factors such as the labor market, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid sick leave, holidays, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, a retirement savings plan with employer match, and an Employee Assistance Program. The IRC is committed to equal opportunity employment and considers all applicants based on merit without discrimination.
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 and Development Manager at the IRC in Denver plays a crucial role in leveraging both public and private funding opportunities. This position is responsible for overseeing all pre- and post-award activities, which include preparing concept notes, proposals, and budgets, ensuring compliance with internal approval processes, and aligning with the requirements of public agencies and private foundations. The manager will also support resource development efforts, which encompass private donor relations, stewardship, in-kind donations, and special events. The role requires collaboration with various teams, including finance, programs, and headquarters' technical teams, under the supervision of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Executive Director and Senior Manager of Communications and Development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants and Development Manager's responsibilities include representing the Denver office in regional funding opportunities, particularly for restricted funding, and collaborating with the leadership team to develop a funding strategy. The manager will lead the proposal development process, ensuring high-quality standards in design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and narrative, and will coordinate grant opening and closing meetings. Post-award responsibilities involve working with finance and program leaders to modify budgets as needed, supporting report preparation, and maintaining contract and grant files. The manager will also set private fundraising goals, coordinate donor stewardship efforts, and ensure compliance with IRC policies regarding donations. Additionally, the role includes recruiting and training staff and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, social work, or related fields, or have equivalent work experience. Certification or continuing education in project management, proposal development, or fundraising is a strong plus. The position requires excellent writing, research, and organizational skills, familiarity with government funding processes, and knowledge of funding opportunities in Denver. Candidates should be self-directed, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and project management tools.
Educational Background:
A Master's Degree in a relevant field such as nonprofit management, community development, social sciences, or social work is required. Alternatively, candidates may demonstrate equivalent work experience that provides similar knowledge. Additional certifications or continuing education in project management, proposal development, or fundraising are highly desirable.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least five years of experience in the nonprofit or public sector, specifically in development and grants management. Experience in a supervisory role is preferred, indicating a capacity to lead and manage teams effectively. Familiarity with the local nonprofit and philanthropy environment is advantageous, as is experience working with budgets and finance departments.
Languages:
Excellence in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset 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 other sites as needed. The compensation for this role ranges from $79,277 annually, with variations based on factors such as the labor market, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid sick leave, holidays, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, a retirement savings plan with employer match, and an Employee Assistance Program. The IRC is committed to equal opportunity employment and considers all applicants based on merit without discrimination.
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