Job Description
LOCATION
Special Olympics Tennessee's (SOTN) offices are in Brentwood, Tennessee.
DESCRIPTION
The Grants Manager is responsible for all phases of grants development, evaluation, and compliance-including research, pre-award grant writing, the coordination and execution of grant applications, post-award support for grant funded projects and the closing out of grant projects with final budget and report outcomes.
MISSION
The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform internal review of SOTN's needs, collect and gather program data and narratives, and assess the feasibility of obtaining external funding for both project and program proposals
Investigate and evaluate local, state, federal, private, foundation, and corporate sources of funds
Develop and maintain an internal grant application process
Develop and maintain a management system for funded grants that includes report due dates, budget adherence, and all other pertinent grant requirements
Ensure best practices and maintain utmost confidentiality by protecting data and information integrity
Develop and maintain a library of information on funding sources, organizational data and narratives, and key metrics relevant to SOTN's programs and services
Collaborates with key staff to gather input for all potential funding asks and any required compliance data
Coordinate, develop, and process grant applications from concept to submission while working closely with the CEAO and key staff throughout all phases
Manage multiple projects and priorities including research, composition, existing grant management, reporting, and identified special projects
Continuously cultivate a network of dedicated donors and external stakeholders to ensure financial goals are met and surpassed
Execute other duties as assigned by the Chief External Affairs Officer
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS Three to five (3-5) years of experience grant writing management/nonprofit fundraising
Bachelor's degree in English, marketing, communication, or related field strongly preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal, and time management skills
Ability to work well independently and in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in using relevant technology, including Microsoft Office Suite tools, Google Docs, and database systems
Ability to work with diverse personalities with a team-first mindset
Ability to build effective relationships with a variety of organizations
Willing to travel and work evenings and weekends, as needed
Have a valid Tennessee driver's license and meet minimum Tennessee vehicle insurance requirements
Must pass a criminal background screening and submit to random drug testing
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Acceptance and fairness are at the very heart of all that we do at Special Olympics Tennessee. We strive to promote unity and create a community where everyone belongs. We value, celebrate, and support all differences, backgrounds, and viewpoints and understand that a focus on greater diversity and inclusion will enrich our organization and our world.
Special Olympics Tennessee is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on sexual orientation, marital status, disability, neurodiversity, age, parental status, socio-economic background, military service, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.
BENEFITS and APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Commensurate with experience. This full-time position is benefit-eligible. Special Olympics Tennessee provides health and dental insurance, a life insurance policy, paid time off and a 401K match.
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Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,