Director of Grants, Government Job at Solomon Page, New York, NY

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  • Solomon Page
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Director, Government Grants to join their team in NYC! The Director, Government Grants is responsible for supporting the company’s efforts to maintain, diversify and pursue funding resources with a focus on government sources. The Director, Government Grants is responsible for the initial research of funding opportunities and is an integral part in aiding the company's program development and fiscal soundness. The position will report directly to the Chief Development Officer. The director will also collaborate with the Development Department, executive and administrative services staff, and each program department as needed while pursuing new and current foundation funding.

  • Compensation: $135,000 to $145,000 per year.
  • Benefits: Major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; pre-tax commuter benefits; FSA; 403(b) with employer contribution; plus generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Hours Per Week: 40/Full-time

Responsibilities:

  • Identifies and researches funding opportunities from city, county, state, and federal government agencies.
  • Summarizes and reports on recently released requests for proposals and monitors the development and release of forthcoming government grant opportunities that the company may be interested in pursuing. This may include tracking new legislation supporting new grant resources, the State Financial Services (SFS) and City Passport systems and other government platforms.
  • Complete thorough and professionally written applications in response to government grant opportunities.
  • Apply a clear understanding of agencywide priorities and funding and programmatic needs to develop fundraising strategies.
  • Assures the grant process remains aligned with the core mission and with grant timelines in coordination with executive leadership, program staff, fiscal and contracts.
  • Develops grant application budgets in collaboration with the program directors and the Met Council budget director.
  • Works closely with department data management staff to ensure current and appropriate data is provided for government applications and reports.
  • Ensures all organizational and administrative documentation required for applications is current and properly vetted and/or reviewed by the company’s legal department.
  • Maintain a calendar of government application and reporting deliverables in the Development Department’s Salesforce database platform.
  • Supports program staff in reporting narratives as the need arises.
  • Keep abreast of best practices and strategies in the field of grants management and educate the development department as appropriate.
  • Key contributing member of the Development Team to coordinate, communicate and collaborate with the department, as well as with other departments within the company.
  • Cultivate and steward relationships with key government staff, as needed.
  • Additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

  • Exceptional written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to teach these skills to staff
  • Strong analytical and reasoning abilities
  • Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions
  • Accountability and dependability
  • Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Highly self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively with others and across functions
  • Strong grant writing skills and experience with securing government funding
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships
  • Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred).
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in grant writing in the Social Services not-for-profit sector with a focus on government grants.
  • Experience in researching and prospecting government grants with a broad knowledge of city, state, county, and federal government funding sources, (preferred).

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Our teams, comprised of subject matter experts, develop an interest in your preferences and goals and we act as an advisor for your career advancement. Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs – this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: and connect with us on , and .

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