[Hiring] Grant Development Manager @The Recycling Partnership

Role Description

The Grant Development Manager leads the identification, design, and successful execution of grant-funded projects that advance recycling infrastructure, education, outreach, and processing in priority communities and Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) sheds. This role oversees high-impact projects from planning to completion, ensuring deliverables are met, budgets are maintained, and interest-holders remain engaged throughout the process. This role manages the full grant lifecycle—from scoping opportunities and building strong community partnerships to monitoring implementation—ensuring projects align with TRP’s priorities and deliver measurable impact. This position also plays a key role in advancing special projects, implementation of special projects, supporting coalition goals, and representing TRP at industry conferences and events to build relationships and strengthen the project pipeline.

In addition to project development, the Grant Development Manager conducts research, analyzes data, and develops public-facing resources to share best practices in the recycling industry. This role also engages with funders, stakeholders, and cross-sector partners to communicate outcomes and explore new collaboration opportunities. Internally, the Grant Development Manager contributes to effective team operations, leads process improvements, and leads implementation of special projects. This is a collaborative, strategic position suited for a mission-driven professional with strong project management, relationship building, industry, and community knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or at least two years of related experience and/or training; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Experience in recycling program operations, local government, communications, consulting, education/outreach, or a related field
• Knowledge of recycling industry operations and methodologies, such as recycling program management, community engagement, waste services contracting, Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) operations, and industry best practices
• Ability to apply system change concepts critically, solve complex problems, and make informed judgments
• Demonstrated ability to make careful, responsible decisions about what to do, say, or share, particularly when handling ambiguous situations, or matters that require confidentiality and tact
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information, weigh options, assess risks and impacts, and make sound, timely decisions based on experience, reasoning, and available evidence
• Collaborative mindset with experience working across cross-functional teams and contributing to organization-wide initiatives
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage in direct, respectful, and transparent dialogue
• Proficiency with workplace technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Notion, Airtable, and technical support tools

Requirements

• Identify and scope complex, multimillion dollar grant opportunities that support community infrastructure, education, outreach, and processing projects in priority communities and MRF sheds
• Partner with communities, organizations, and coalitions to design grant proposals and special projects that meet local needs and align with TRP priorities
• Conduct site visits, calls and targeted outreach to engage potential grantees and assess their readiness
• Lead the development of grant projects, including proposals, budgets, timelines, impact estimates, grant mapping, contracts/grant agreements, and submissions approval
• Ensure organizational success in meeting grant deliverables by aligning project activities with grant scopes, monitoring progress against milestones, and implementing corrective strategies when needed
• Evaluate, adapt, and innovate to shape data-informed approaches and best practices to strengthen project effectiveness
• Coach grantees and partners to strengthen operational systems, refine communication strategies, and enhance program design to maximize recycling participation and long-term program performance
• Present proposals to internal and external stakeholders, using data and projected outcomes to secure funding
• Lead and contribute to special projects and new initiatives, particularly those with restrictive funding requirements
• Drive impactful community initiatives, spearheading special projects
• Travel to project sites when on-the-ground guidance is needed to accelerate progress, strengthen partnerships, or remove operational barriers
• Represent TRP at conferences, regional meetings, and community events to expand the project pipeline and strengthen relationships
• Collaborate with team members to establish standards, improve workflows, and ensure accurate, accessible project records and operational procedures

Benefits

• A Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Health Insurance Options (with 75% employer paid premiums)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employer paid Life, STD, and LTD Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 4 Weeks of Mandatory Vacation per year (office closures)
• Flexible PTO and Sick Leave
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• 529 Education Savings Plan
• Cell Phone & Internet Stipend - $100/month
• Annual remote work stipend - $1000 for your first year, $500 each year after supporting your home office setup
• $500 annual professional development stipend
• An Unmatched Company Culture
• Work/Life Integration – we don’t just say it, we actually mean it
• Flexible Schedules
• Career Growth
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Partnership Days
• And so much more…