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About Nourish Pierce County
Nourish Pierce County’s mission is to provide nutritious food and support services to people in need with compassion, dignity, and respect. Nourish was incorporated in 1982 and currently has six food bank locations and award-winning mobile food banks that serves fifteen additional sites. Nourish serves tens of thousands of individuals each year, with the assistance of hundreds of volunteers. Our goal is to provide each person or family with enough food to make three nutritious meals a day for three days. All Nourish food banks operate on a self-serve model, allowing clients to select the foods that best meet their family’s needs. Clients are asked to limit their visits to once a week, but no one in need is turned away. For more information on Nourish Pierce County please visit: www.NourishPC.org
Position Title: Grants Manager Reports to:
Chief Executive Officer
Status:
Full Time – Exempt
Salary:
$80,000 - $85,000 annual compensation
Purpose:
The position is responsible for managing the entire Grants process for Nourish Pierce County. Reporting directly to the CEO, with a strong connection to the Development and Operations Teams, their primary role is managing, researching, preparing, and reporting foundation grants, government grant/contracts and corporate proposals, and sponsorships to support all elements of Nourish Pierce County’s operations and administration. This position is also responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting corporate gifts in coordination with and under the guidance of the Director of Development. Revenue from grants represents a significant portion of the revenue stream of Nourish Pierce County and this position is the key to our successful efforts in generating this revenue.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Grant Writing
Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to research, prepare, submit and manage grant proposals to foundation, government, and corporate sources in coordination with the Development Director.
Manage an annual calendar of grants, proposals, contracts, revenue and reporting deadlines.
Perform ongoing prospect research on foundations and corporations and government funding opportunities to evaluate prospects for corporate and foundation grants and government contracts.
Work with the Accounting Director to gather information necessary to report to corporate, government, & foundation funders on current grant programs.
Comply with all grant reporting as required by donors.
Provide stewardship to current donors, including providing regular written updates to all foundation/corporate donors.
Make appointments with foundation officers and other prospects, arrange for onsite tours for supporters (foundation officers, trustees).
Utilize written institutional materials (including Annual Report, brochures etc.) in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer and the Director of Development.
Assist with other fundraising projects as requested, including events and sponsorships.
Conduct monthly grants meetings to ensure effective communication and coordination between Development, Operations, Warehouse, and Accounting so that grant funds are utilized, tracked, recorded appropriately.
Maintain a respectful, friendly, and cooperative environment where all are treated with compassion, dignity and respect.
Corporate Gifts
Collaborate with the Director of Development to draft corporate giving plans and timelines.
Identify, cultivate prospects through meetings and presentations. Solicit corporate prospects for gifts as appropriate.
Work with businesses to create and manage corporate recognition commensurate with gift commitments.
Record Keeping and Reporting
Maintain current, accurate records in database and paper files, including grant tracking and reporting.
Track data relevant to development and provide written materials necessary for donor stewardship (visitor number & diversity, program attendance, etc.).
Provide monthly and weekly reports, and other updates as requested.
Customer Service
Handle customer service issues with diplomacy. When issues occur, provide a response within next business day or sooner to donor/foundation/organization.
Talk with funders on an annual basis to gather feedback.
Driving. Must have reliable transportation to engage with funders and constituents and multiple locations, including Nourish sites throughout Pierce County; funder and stakeholder places of business.
Professional Development
Participate in workshops, conferences, and community meetings related to food banks and administration, grant requirements, and maintain current required certifications.
Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned Competencies:
Minimum of three years’ experience with grant writing, including federal, state and local grant/contracts, corporate proposals, and sponsorships
Previous experience with non-profit fundraising.
Experience working in deadline-driven environments.
Self-starter, able to work independently, but also work well in a team environment; handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Able to monitor and meet income and related goals.
Current Washington state driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
Ability to interact effectively with the community.
Experience using online donor database.
Demonstrated computer and written literacy required, especially use of websites, social media platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams), online mail/newsletter software, Canva, etc.
Excellent people skills with co-workers, volunteers, community members, and stakeholders.
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad and diverse audience.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to a min of 30 lbs.
Must be able to work independently
Must be able to sit or stand for eight hours
Must be able to communicate clearly using a phone
Must be able to provide accurate information
Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary of $80,000 - $85,000 depending on experience. We also offer a generous benefits package including employer-paid medical, dental and vision insurance; a SIMPLE IRA plan and organizational match of up to 3% of annual salary; paid vacation and sick leave and paid holidays. Nourish Pierce County is an at-will employer.
Non-Remote Position:
This position is non-remote and based in Nourish's Tacoma office.
Nourish is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Position Title: Grants Manager Reports to:
Chief Executive Officer
Status:
Full Time – Exempt
Salary:
$80,000 - $85,000 annual compensation
Purpose:
The position is responsible for managing the entire Grants process for Nourish Pierce County. Reporting directly to the CEO, with a strong connection to the Development and Operations Teams, their primary role is managing, researching, preparing, and reporting foundation grants, government grant/contracts and corporate proposals, and sponsorships to support all elements of Nourish Pierce County’s operations and administration. This position is also responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting corporate gifts in coordination with and under the guidance of the Director of Development. Revenue from grants represents a significant portion of the revenue stream of Nourish Pierce County and this position is the key to our successful efforts in generating this revenue.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Grant Writing
Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to research, prepare, submit and manage grant proposals to foundation, government, and corporate sources in coordination with the Development Director.
Manage an annual calendar of grants, proposals, contracts, revenue and reporting deadlines.
Perform ongoing prospect research on foundations and corporations and government funding opportunities to evaluate prospects for corporate and foundation grants and government contracts.
Work with the Accounting Director to gather information necessary to report to corporate, government, & foundation funders on current grant programs.
Comply with all grant reporting as required by donors.
Provide stewardship to current donors, including providing regular written updates to all foundation/corporate donors.
Make appointments with foundation officers and other prospects, arrange for onsite tours for supporters (foundation officers, trustees).
Utilize written institutional materials (including Annual Report, brochures etc.) in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer and the Director of Development.
Assist with other fundraising projects as requested, including events and sponsorships.
Conduct monthly grants meetings to ensure effective communication and coordination between Development, Operations, Warehouse, and Accounting so that grant funds are utilized, tracked, recorded appropriately.
Maintain a respectful, friendly, and cooperative environment where all are treated with compassion, dignity and respect.
Corporate Gifts
Collaborate with the Director of Development to draft corporate giving plans and timelines.
Identify, cultivate prospects through meetings and presentations. Solicit corporate prospects for gifts as appropriate.
Work with businesses to create and manage corporate recognition commensurate with gift commitments.
Record Keeping and Reporting
Maintain current, accurate records in database and paper files, including grant tracking and reporting.
Track data relevant to development and provide written materials necessary for donor stewardship (visitor number & diversity, program attendance, etc.).
Provide monthly and weekly reports, and other updates as requested.
Customer Service
Handle customer service issues with diplomacy. When issues occur, provide a response within next business day or sooner to donor/foundation/organization.
Talk with funders on an annual basis to gather feedback.
Driving. Must have reliable transportation to engage with funders and constituents and multiple locations, including Nourish sites throughout Pierce County; funder and stakeholder places of business.
Professional Development
Participate in workshops, conferences, and community meetings related to food banks and administration, grant requirements, and maintain current required certifications.
Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned Competencies:
Minimum of three years’ experience with grant writing, including federal, state and local grant/contracts, corporate proposals, and sponsorships
Previous experience with non-profit fundraising.
Experience working in deadline-driven environments.
Self-starter, able to work independently, but also work well in a team environment; handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Able to monitor and meet income and related goals.
Current Washington state driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
Ability to interact effectively with the community.
Experience using online donor database.
Demonstrated computer and written literacy required, especially use of websites, social media platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams), online mail/newsletter software, Canva, etc.
Excellent people skills with co-workers, volunteers, community members, and stakeholders.
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad and diverse audience.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to a min of 30 lbs.
Must be able to work independently
Must be able to sit or stand for eight hours
Must be able to communicate clearly using a phone
Must be able to provide accurate information
Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary of $80,000 - $85,000 depending on experience. We also offer a generous benefits package including employer-paid medical, dental and vision insurance; a SIMPLE IRA plan and organizational match of up to 3% of annual salary; paid vacation and sick leave and paid holidays. Nourish Pierce County is an at-will employer.
Non-Remote Position:
This position is non-remote and based in Nourish's Tacoma office.
Nourish is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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