Grants Manager

Communities In Schools of Atlanta

. Manage a portfolio of existing grant relationships and cultivate mission-aligned partnerships with funders .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grant writing, management, and relationship cultivation with funders, alongside strong organizational and analytical skills. Proficient in developing budgets and managing grant-related documentation while collaborating effectively across teams.

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Grant WritingGrant ManagementBudget DevelopmentProspect ResearchData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Grant WritingGrant ManagementBudget DevelopmentData AnalysisProspect Research TechniquesMicrosoft OfficeGrant TrackingProject ManagementFinancial ProjectionsProposal Development

Soft Skills

Strong OrganizationAttention to DetailCommunicationCollaborationAccountability

Tools & Technologies

AsanaCRM SystemsWeb-Based PlatformsMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid California Driver's LicenseCurrent TB Clearance

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit SectorPhilanthropic LandscapeEducation SectorSocial JusticeEquity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of existing grant relationships and cultivate mission-aligned partnerships with funders
Lead development, writing, and submission of letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and related application materials
Develop grant budgets and supporting documents with appropriate staff
Partner with the Program Team on grant agreements, contracts, deliverables, and funder requirements
Manage grant timelines, proposals, reports, renewals, and other portfolio requirements
Collaborate with Finance on government grant invoicing, payment schedules, invoice submission, and grant records
Steward funder relationships through communications and engagement
Research education, equity, and related trends, data, and literature
Maintain grant databases and calendars
Research and evaluate new funding opportunities, especially corporate and government funding
Cultivate prospective funders and develop proposals responding to RFPs
Identify funding partners for special initiatives and expansion projects
Improve systems for funder and prospect management, research, and data collection
Plan and coordinate funder site visits and prepare presentations and briefing materials
Provide administrative support for development activities
Report to the Institutional Giving Director and collaborate with development, program and data, finance and operations, and executive teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; degree or coursework in English, Writing, Education, Communications, or a related field preferred
3+ years of grant writing and/or grant management experience, preferably within the education or nonprofit sector
Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as web-based platforms
Strong knowledge of prospect research techniques
Experience developing budgets, financial projections, and grant-related budget narratives
Familiarity with grant tracking and project management tools, such as Asana, Excel, and CRM systems
Familiarity with the Los Angeles nonprofit, philanthropic, and education landscape
Demonstrated commitment to education, equity, and social justice
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Strong communication, accountability, and follow-through
Willingness to learn, grow, contribute, and share knowledge within a dynamic and supportive team
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Los Angeles area
Successful completion of a criminal background check
Current TB clearance, with renewal as required
Reliable access to a vehicle for travel to assigned work locations and other job-related sites
Valid California driver’s license and current automobile insurance required when using a personal vehicle for work-related travel
Ability to perform the stated physical requirements, including moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and vacation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Cell phone reimbursement
Paid major holidays
Paid winter office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
Additional employee benefits and perks
Continuous learning and professional development