Strategic Grants Manager

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MADRE

Remote (local)
  • Career category: Fundraising/ Grant management
  • Job type: Job
  • Experience level: 5-10 years
  • Organisation type: Civil Society
  • Remote option: Remote (local)
  • Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
  • Remuneration: $100,000 USD / yearly
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
  • Deadline: 05/01/2025
  • Location: United States 
Movement building
Our goal is a world where women, girls, and people who are marginalized fully participate in shaping policies and decision making, their expertise and leadership is recognized and upheld, and they equitably hold power and resources within their communities. At MADRE, we uphold a spirit of collaboration and the strength of community and are committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all employees.

Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy and Funder Engagement:The Strategic Grants Manager will manage a portfolio of institutional funders, including foundations, governments, multilateral institutions, and corporate funders, focusing on expanding MADRE’s government and multilateral funding base.

Proposal Development and Reporting:The Strategic Grants Manager will lead the development and submission of grant proposals, concept papers, reports, and other funder communications that align with MADRE’s programmatic goals and mission. 

Grant Compliance and Financial Management:The Strategic Grants Manager will ensure compliance with all grant agreements, monitor contractual obligations, and ensure adherence to funder requirements. 

Institutional Funder Prospecting and Research:The Strategic Grants Manager will actively research and identify new institutional funding opportunities, particularly from governments and multilateral institutions. The role will support the Institutional Development team in building and maintaining a strong pipeline of potential funders by identifying and qualifying prospects. 

Team Leadership and Collaboration:The Strategic Grants Manager will serve as the direct supervisor of the Strategic Grant & Proposal Writer and interns while also supporting the day-to-day activities of the Program and Development Coordinator. 

External Representation and Relationship Building:The Strategic Grants Manager will represent MADRE and support MADRE staff to represent MADRE at external funder meetings, events, and conferences to enhance visibility and strengthen relationships with institutional funders. 

Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in development and fundraising, with a proven track record of securing grants from institutional funders, particularly U.S. and international governments and multilateral institutions.
  • Supervision: 1-3 years supervisory experience required.
  • Grant Writing and Compliance: Strong experience in writing and managing grant proposals and reports, with a thorough understanding of grant compliance and funder requirements.
  • Project Management: Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams.
  • Financial Acumen: Experience with developing and monitoring programmatic budgets, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines and financial reporting requirements.
  • Research Skills: Demonstrated ability to identify and research potential funders, cultivating new prospects and growing funding opportunities.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey MADRE’s mission and impact to institutional funders.
  • Languages: Fluency in English and Spanish is Knowledge of French or Arabic is a plus but not required.
  • Commitment: Strong alignment with MADRE’s mission, vision, and values, with a deep commitment to advancing social justice, human rights, and gender equity globally.

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