Grants Manager
Company: GEO Indiana Schools
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Grants ManagerGEO's Academies, Inc.'s model is a
student-centered, content-rich K-12 education model that provides a
personalized and competency-based approach to learning necessary to
close achievement gaps beginning in elementary schools, ensuring
middle school students are on at least high school grade level by
the summer before 9th grade, and ultimately preparing low-income
students to begin college coursework on college campuses as early
as 9th grade. By providing an accelerated pathway to college,
beginning in kindergarten, GEO schools hope to break the cycle of
poverty that is prevalent in the families and communities of the
students we serve. GEO Academies Foundation is seeking a skilled
Grants Manager to join our team. The Grants Manager will be
responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant
proposals to various organizations and foundations. The ideal
candidate will have excellent grants writing skills, attention to
detail, the ability to work independently, remain current on all
grants requirements and be able to show a history of successful
grants receipts.Responsibilities:Researches and identifies
potential grants opportunities and the criteria to qualify for
eachDiscusses available sources of funding with administrative
managersCollaborates with team members to gather necessary
information for grant proposalsCompiles necessary information for
the application process through collaboration with other employees,
database research, and other fact finding actions and
meetingsDrafts and submits grant proposals to various organizations
and foundations according to application requirementsEnsures grants
are submitted timely and within application parametersMaintains
accurate records of grant submissions and outcomesCoordinates the
monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects that are grants
fundedDevelops and maintains master files on grants and paperwork
connected to programs funded by grantsStays up-to-date on grant
guidelines and requirementsCommunicates with funders as
neededPerforms other duties as needed.**This is not an exhaustive
list of duties to be performed and this list may be changed at any
time**Required Skills/Abilities:Thorough understanding of local,
state, and federal funding sources and the ability to locate
potential sources for funding.Thorough understanding of grant
funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and
federal regulations.Excellent verbal and written communication
skills.Thorough understanding of effective grant writing
techniques.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related
software.Extremely organized and meticulous with details.Excellent
project management skills and ability to prioritize work and
resources.Ability to meet deadlines.Ability to interpret financial
data and prepare budgets and financial grant reports.Ability to be
discreet with personal information that may be needed for some
grants such as employee salaries or upcoming projects.We are an
equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all
backgrounds to apply. If you are a motivated individual with a
passion for writing and a desire to make a difference, we encourage
you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Requirements:
Requirements:Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or
related fieldProven experience in grant writing and proposal
development; 3 years of experience preferredExcellent writing,
editing, and proofreading skillsStrong research and analytical
skillsAbility to work independently and meet deadlinesFamiliarity
with grant databases and online resourcesStrong attention to detail
and organizational skillsPI4f92917473d0-25660-34195045
Keywords: GEO Indiana Schools, Hamilton , Grants Manager, Executive , Indianapolis, Ohio
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