Community Grant Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

RequiredTechnical Skills:

• Grant writing:Composing competitive proposals, LOIs, and concept papers tailored to funder guidelines and priorities.

• Full grant lifecycle management:Managing every stage from prospecting and submission through award, reporting, and renewal.

• Pipeline development & prospecting:Researching, qualifying, andmaintaininga staged pipeline of institutional funding opportunities.Conducting in-depth funder research to assess priorities, alignment, and application processes.

• CRMproficiency:Using donor/relationship management software (e.g.,DonorPerfect) to track activity, pipeline, and outcomes.

• Revenue forecasting & reporting:Maintainingaccuratefunding projections and pipeline reports to support organizational planning.

• Performance metrics tracking:Creating and analyzing KPIs (funds raised, retention, multi-year commitments) to evaluate grant strategy effectiveness. Prospect research

• Project management:Managing multiple concurrent deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements with precision.

RequiredProfessional Skills:

• Written communication:Producing clear, persuasive narratives and funder communications adaptable to audiences.

• Cross-functional collaboration:Working effectively acrossprograms, research, finance, communications, and executive teams to gather inputs and develop proposals.

• Strategic thinking:Evaluating and prioritizing opportunities based on alignment, competitiveness, and long-term return; proactively adjusting strategy.

• Relationship management & stewardship:Building and deepening funder relationships through tailored engagement strategies, increasing retention and gift upgrades over time.

• Stakeholder communication:Providing regular updates to leadership on pipeline status, projections, and risks in a clear, actionable format.

• Deadline management & attention to detail:Ensuringtimely,accuratesubmission of all deliverables whilemaintaininghigh standardsfor data integrity.
  

Required Education & Experience:

• BA from an accredited college or university OR equivalent of 5+ years of professional experiencerequired.

• At least 4years of experience in grant writing, institutional fundraising, or a related field

• Demonstratedtrack recordof securing major gifts.

PreferredSkills &Qualifications:

• Federal/state/large foundation grant processes: Familiarity with compliance requirements and application structures for government and large private funders.

• Multi-year funding strategy:Ability to sequence grants and build toward larger, sustained investments over multiple funding cycles.

• Data-to-narrative translation:Converting complex research and systems-level data into compelling, funder-ready narratives.

• Experience in education, workforce development, or systems-change nonprofit environments

• Experience with complex, data-driven proposals (e.g., research partnerships, multi-year grants)

Duties andResponsibilities

Revenue & Portfolio Management (Primary Accountability)

• Manage a portfolio of institutional funders and grant opportunities,maintainingaccurateand up-to-date records of funder priorities, funding history, and engagement strategies

• Own and drive institutional revenue goals by securing new grants, renewals, and multi-year commitments

• Develop and execute tailoredproposalsand stewardship strategies to strengthen funder relationships and increase funding over time.Meet or exceed established performance goals related to:

• Total funds raised

• Donor retention

• Securedand stewardedmulti-year commitments

Pipeline & Grant Lifecycle Management

• Maintain a robust pipeline of institutional funding opportunities across all stages of the grant lifecycle: prospecting, qualification, positioning, submission, award, stewardship, and renewal

• Ensure each opportunity has clear next steps, timelines, and ownership to advance toward submission and funding

• Lead the development and submission of high-quality grant proposals, LOIs, and concept papers aligned with funder priorities

• Track all deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements to ensuretimelyandaccuratesubmission

• Maintainhigh standardsof data integrity within the CRM (DonorPerfect), documenting all funder interactions, strategies, and outcomes

GrantStrategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive institutional fundraising strategy aligned with E3's annual development goals and multi-year strategic plan

• Evaluate and prioritize funding opportunities based on alignment, competitiveness, and potential return

• Proactively position E3's work to align with funder priorities, shaping proposals and strategies before submission

• Identifyopportunities to sequence funding and build toward larger, multi-year investments

Pipeline Development & Prospecting

• Proactivelyidentify, research, and qualify new institutional funders to expand E3's funding base

• Maintain a healthy pipeline with a balance of near-term submissions and long-term cultivation opportunities

• Conduct in-depth prospect research to understand funding priorities, application processes, and alignment with E3's work

• Leverage internal and external networks to uncover new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships

• Network within the grant funding community to stay informed of trends and opportunities while providing introductions to potential funders.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Case Development

• Collaborate with program, research, finance, communications, and executive leadership to develop compelling, fundable proposals

• Translate complex data, research, and systems-level work into clear, persuasive narratives tailored to funders

• Contribute to the development and refinement of E3's case for support and investable plan

• Partner with senior leadership to support funder engagement, including briefings, presentations, and strategic conversations

Planning, Forecasting & Performance Management

• Contribute to the Annual Development Plan and institutional funding strategy

• Maintainaccuraterevenue forecasts and pipeline reports to support organizational planning and decision-making

• Create, track,and analyze performance metrics to assess effectiveness of grant strategy andidentifyareas for improvement

• Identifyopportunities, threats, andrisks to revenue and proactively adjust strategy to ensure funding goals are met

• Provide regular updates to leadership on pipeline status, funding projections, and key opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

E3 Alliance is supported by founding partner Austin Community College District(ACC), and through this partnershiputilizesACC payroll and human resource systems. Through ACC, E3 Alliance staff have access to ACC compensation and benefits systems, including generous vacation and sick leave, insurance, and other benefits.

Salary Range: $75,000-$82,000

• Salary based on experienceandexpertise

• Health care and dental insurance, TRS retirement benefits, disability insurance, and other standard ACC benefits

• E3 Alliance is unable to support candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United States

• This position is grant-funded, but does not have a definedtimeframeand is intended to be a full-time, ongoing position

To be considered for this position applicantsmust complete bothof the following steps:

• Submit an ACC application, includes uploading your resumeand a compelling cover letter

• Complete the E3 Alliance Employment Questionnaire:E3 Alliance Employment Questionnaire