Grants Manager

This is a part-time, year round staff position that requires a minimum of 20 hours per week. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Grant Writing & Development 

● Lead grant proposal development from concept through submission ● Collaborate with program and finance staff to develop grant budgets and project narratives ● Write compelling proposals and manage content needs ● Manage proposal schedule and timeline to ensure on-time submissions ● Research new funders and grant opportunities using tools such as Candid/Foundation Directory

 Online Grant Administration 

● Track grants at each stage of development and maintain accurate reports for leadership ● Prepare and submit reports, reimbursement requests, and other grant deliverables ● Maintain a grants calendar and keep relevant staff up to date on upcoming deadlines and deliverables ● Collaborate closely with the finance department to ensure accurate reporting and record-keeping, and to confirm compliance with funder guidelines 

Department & Organizational Support ● Represent Clearwater’s mission and values internally and externally ● Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development & Marketing 

Desired Skills / Experience ● Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of professional grant writing experience ● Excellent writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail and deadlines ● Ability to thrive and work effectively as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment ● Excellent computer skills, including Google Workspace and donor management software (such as DonorPerfect) ● A creative, energetic team player with a good sense of humor ● Genuine interest in the environment and issues related to Clearwater’s mission.

Clearwater acknowledges that the construct of race disproportionally affects Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Clearwater respects LGBTQIA+ people; we use language and actions that are respectful of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Clearwater celebrates and welcomes members of any race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, physical or mental ability or age to apply.