Development and Grants Manager
The Arc Baltimore
This position focuses on mission-centric fundraising for The Arc Baltimore. It oversees the entire grantmaking process, including identifying potential funding sources, developing grant proposals, managing grant applications, tracking project progress, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines, and submitting timely reports to donors. This position is a liaison between The Arc and its funders to secure and manage grant funding. Through their work, this staff person should demonstrate a commitment to our mission of supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives with a sense of belonging, purpose, and meaningful relationships. We seek someone with experience in grant research, proposal writing, and portfolio management. Our Mission: The Arc Baltimore supports people with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives with a sense of belonging, purpose, and meaningful relationships. Job Responsibilities: Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward potential and current foundation, corporate, state, and federal grant-maker partnerships and maintain ongoing relationships. Establish and maintain a schedule of proposals and required reports following funder guidelines. Establish a working network of program directors and managers to fulfill grant requirements for proposals, reports, and budgets. Develop strategies to meet fundraising goals for corporate and foundation revenue in coordination with the chief advancement officer. Support the development team in planning and executing special events. Collaborate with the development team to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials for grant funders. Qualifications (Required): Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in corporate and foundation giving. At least two years of experience working with a CRM database, preferably DonorPerfect. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, video conferencing, slide presentations, online calendars, and email, preferably Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent customer service skills. Strong time management, organizational skills, and task prioritization. Ability to work independently and with a team.