[Hiring] Grant Writing Manager @American Chemical Society

Role Description

The Grant Writing Manager is an experienced senior professional writer, responsible for compelling content development and full scale project management of grants proposals, as well as providing strategic recommendations for the successful execution of grant proposals that are well-aligned with Foundation guidelines. Managers are expected to support approximately 40-50 solicitations each year, resulting in $1M to $1.5M annually.

The position's primary objective is to meet annual and campaign fundraising goals by working with team partners to develop and execute a portfolio of new, renewable, and upgradeable institutional donors. Chief responsibilities include:

• Creation of Letters of Inquiry and proposals
• Assisting other team partners in foundation strategy and development/management of a robust foundation portfolio
• Identifying and researching appropriate foundation prospects
• Assisting team partners with donor stewardship and grant deliverables
• Management of a foundation fundraising calendar
• Advising and assisting Philanthropy (and occasionally Corporate) team members across all regions with process and compliance issues related to funding agency regulations and standards
• Overseeing adherence to Foundation administrative, fiscal, and accounting policies and procedures related to grant proposals and grant management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages a portfolio of accounts in partnership with Relationship Coordinators and manages or supports all stages of the foundation grant lifecycle – primarily proposal development and submission, but also prospecting and pre-proposal strategy and post-award deliverables – 40%
• Partners with staff to identify, strategize, and advance high-value foundation funding opportunities – 20%
• Oversees robust grant pipeline management, including calendars, tracking systems, compliance review, and coordination of funding-related financial and regulatory documentation – 20%
• Provides strategic guidance to internal stakeholders on program planning, priorities, and alignment with funder requirements – 10%
• Develops best practice grant review processes and maintains refined proposals – 10%

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
• 3-5 years' experience in a major gift/campaign fundraising environment, with a preference for working with foundations

Requirements

• Knowledge of restricted fund accounting principles, procedures, budgets, and standards
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and/or projections
• Excellent written, copy-editing, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently in a complex organization, effectively prioritizing projects, meeting deadlines, and communicating clearly with diverse stakeholders

Benefits

• Starting rate of $75,000 to $82,000, with final offer based on relevant experience/skills
• Generous paid time off policy
• Medical and dental benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Wellness programs
• Professional development programs to enhance staff skills