This role involves working as a member of the Resource Development team to fulfill an ambitious grant strategy, securing funding from various sources to support programs and general operations. The position also advocates for the organization, strengthening brand recognition and promoting positive relationships with community partners.
Responsibilities
Monitor funding opportunities that impact out-of-school programs, particularly academic enrichment and remediation, social and emotional learning, youth mentoring, meal and snack programs, youth opioid prevention, workforce development, and youth safety
Research potential foundation and government funding opportunities, including those where BGCPBC would be eligible as the primary applicant or as a partner
Manage the grant development process from conception through submission
Engage Chief Resource Development Officer, Director of Resource Development, and VP of Programs in determining the feasibility of creating a new program or expanding an existing program through newly identified funding opportunities
Engage Programs Team as needed for conceptual program development
Apprise resource development team members of newly identified grant opportunities
Assume lead role in submitting proposals to BGCPBC’s reoccurring government funders, including Florida DOE (21st CCLC), Florida Alliance of BGC (DJJ, DOE, and DCF), BGCA (OJJDP), county, and municipalities
Coordinate all activities related to proposal development, collaborating with various departments to complete all documentation required to submit competitive proposals
Compose compelling narratives for letters of intent and proposals
Prepare all required attachments in partnership with program staff, as needed, including logic model, outcome measurement framework, theory of change, proof of cooperative community partnerships, and letters of support
For large proposals, work with the Grants Coordinator to prepare customized checklist, timelines, assignment of duties, and criteria for evaluation
Collaborate with Director of Resource Development and Chief Administrative & Financial Officer to formulate proposal budgets
Work with Grants Coordinator on all aspects of site visits with prospective funders
Ensure transparency by contributing to the creation of monthly reports on the status of grant research and solicitation for the Chief Resource Development Officer, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer, and President & CEO
Work with the Grants Coordinator to ensure the execution of grant contracts
Together with Director of Resource Development and Chief Resource Development Officer, notify President & CEO, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer, and Program Staff of newly secured awards
Support the Grants Coordinator in composing Grant Fact Sheets of newly awarded grants, that include post-award grant requirements to ensure successful implementation of grant-funded programs, fulfillment of grant deliverables, and timely completion of reports
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Support the Programs Team in preparation of grant reports including interpreting outcome data and composing reports in adherence to reporting requirements
Inform Club Operations Staff of all awarded grants that affect Club operations
Provide technical assistance to VP of Programs and Programs Team throughout the post-award grant fulfillment process as needed
Communicate all Marketing/PR requirements associated with awarded grants to the Marketing/PR Team
Assist with keeping President & CEO, VP of Philanthropy, Events Team, and VP of Marketing and Business Development informed of programmatic highlights, member success stories, and programming needs to support fundraising efforts
Raise awareness of BGCPBC’s impact by collaborating with select staff (CEO, CRDO, and CCOO, etc.) to present to local City and County Commission meetings and meetings conducted by other public entities, such as School District and law enforcement agencies
Together with CRDO, serve as an ambassador who helps the President & CEO bridge any trust gaps between the organization and its investors and help staff stay in touch with key government agencies, including school district, institutes of higher education, and law enforcement agencies
Serve as a spokesperson for the organization when needed
Stay apprised of current advances in youth development and workforce development fields, including evidence-based programs and new strategies in local, regional, and national efforts
Assist in the preparation and fulfillment of the organization’s overall strategic plan, especially in relationship to governmental resource development
Develop internal systems to track and monitor new developments against established plans
Maintain close, daily contact with staff and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel
Work with internal staff, recruit and supervise interns as needed
Represent BGCPBC effectively at individual, group and community meetings, developing and maintaining strong relationships with current and prospective government funders
Maintain contact and build relationships with community organizations and external staff to assist in mission advancement and to identify potential program partners
Assist with managing existing public funder relationships by attending RFP forums or bidder conferences to stay abreast of funding priorities and opportunities
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in communications, English, business, non-profit management, or equivalent
Three years in nonprofit development field
Strong knowledge of Grants.gov and researching all types of grant opportunities
Proven experience with securing private and corporate foundation grants and federal, state, and local government grants
Demonstrated ability to develop programmatic budgets and outcome measurement frameworks
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with various constituents
Proven ability to set and achieve short and long-term goals
Strategic thinker with excellent analytic abilities
Highly organized, accurate, and detail oriented
Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines; must be able to analyze and prioritize tasks
Superior and persuasive communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to use Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other electronic support systems
Complete understanding of contracts and grants management
Knowledge of and strong relationships with current and prospective funders
Strong commitment to BGCPBC’s mission
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
Occasionally required to sit
Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Nice to have:
2 years of experience researching grants
1 year of experience in contracts & grant management
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
About the Company
BGCPBC’s Resource Development team fulfills an ambitious grant strategy to secure funding from private and corporate foundations, federated campaigns, and government funders in support of BGCPBC programs and general operations. The organization works to keep communities safe and prospering through the prioritization of out-of-school time.
