Grants Development Associate

Position Vacancy - Grants Development Associate

Location: Bank Street College of Education, New York, NY
Department: Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO)
Reports to: Director, Strategic Partnerships
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $60-65K

Job Summary:

The Development and Alumni Relations Office at Bank Street College of Education seeks a collaborative and organized Grants Development Associate to support the team’s institutional giving efforts. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in grant management, systems development, and partnership coordination. The Grants Development Associate will support the overall grant development lifecycle, with a focus on managing systems and processes, contributing to Bank Street’s mission to foster progressive education and community development.

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Management and Tracking:

• Oversee systems for tracking grant activities, deadlines, and milestones, ensuring timely coordination of tasks across teams.
• Maintain records in Raiser’s Edge, ensuring data accuracy and proper tracking of funders and grant prospects.
• Assist with grant submissions by managing internal processes, which can include grant writing, maintaining project pipelines, and coordinating materials with stakeholders.
• Collaborate across DARO to identify and track prospective funding opportunities.

Grant Writing and Resource Development:

• Prepare introductory sections of proposals, including organizational descriptions, project summaries, and needs statements, under the guidance of the Director.
• Research and compile background information in collaboration with Manager of Strategic Partnerships on funders and grant opportunities, ensuring alignment with Bank Street’s mission and priorities.
• Develop and update standard proposal language templates for frequently requested information, such as organizational history and mission statements.
• Assist in creating proposal attachments, including budgets, timelines, and work plans, in coordination with the team and relevant departments.

Systems Design and Implementation:

• Support the development and management of systems to organize grant-related information, processes, and materials.
• Maintain a repository of templates, language resources, and grant guidelines to streamline the grant application process.
• Maintain a calendar and pipeline for funding opportunities, including tracking deadlines and key submission dates.

Collaboration and Support:

• Support the coordination of grant-related meetings, site visits, and conference calls.
• Assist in gathering organizational documents and supporting materials for grant applications.
• Collaborate with team members to manage cross-functional grant-related projects and ensure smooth communication between teams.
• Fulfill other tasks as needed by the Institutional Giving team, or DARO broadly.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (English, communications, history, expository writing, journalism, or related area of study).
• Experience:
  • Experience in managing and organizing projects in a professional, academic, or internship setting, with familiarity or interest in the non-profit sector and in grant development.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Docs.
  • Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or other database systems is preferred.

Core Competencies and Attributes:

• Organized and Detail-Oriented: Able to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborative: Works well in a team environment, contributing to shared goals and supporting colleagues.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using technology to streamline workflows and manage data.
• Growth-Oriented: Eager to learn and develop new skills through professional development and hands-on experience.

About Bank Street College of Education:

Bank Street College of Education is a private, nonprofit educational institution founded in 1916 and located in New York City. Bank Street is considered to be one of the leading institutions in the area of progressive education and has grown over the years into an internationally recognized leader in early childhood education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom environments and teacher preparation, and a national advocate for children and families. Our mission is to improve the education of children and their teachers by applying to the education process all available knowledge about learning and growth, and by connecting teaching and learning meaningfully to the outside world. In so doing, we seek to strengthen not only individuals, but the community as well, including family, school, and the larger society in which adults and children, in all their diversity, interact and learn. We see in education the opportunity to build a better society. Please see our credo to understand the capabilities we seek to develop in individuals and communities through our approach to education.

Bank Street College of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies and other college-administered programs. In addition, Bank Street College of Education will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Please apply online by submitting a cover letter and resume for the position in the “Job Opportunities” section under the “About” tab on Bank Street’s website at: www.bankstreet.edu/about-bank-street/job-opportunities

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.