Grants Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Bath Area Family YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Grants Manager works with the Chief Development Officer and Senior Leadership Staff to maximize the organizations grant revenue and mission impact in the communities we serve and ensure that our services are provided equitably to all. This position is responsible for all aspects of grant writing, coordination, and post-award support, with attention to mission impact and equity for both the Bath and Brunswick branches.

ESSENTIAL duties and responsibilities:

Grant Identification and Research

• Proactively identify annual, multi-year, and capital grant opportunities aligned with the YMCAs mission and strategic priorities.
• Conduct thorough research on funding opportunities, potential grantors, and eligibility requirements.

Proposal Development

• Collaborate with program staff and leadership to assess funding needs and align them with appropriate grant opportunities.
• Draft compelling, mission-driven grant proposals, narratives, and budgets that reflect program goals and community needs.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of grant applications.

Grant Management and Compliance

• Maintain a comprehensive system to track application activities, funding statuses, compliance requirements, and reporting deadlines.
• Monitor implementation of grant-funded activities and deliverables, ensuring adherence to funder guidelines.
• Support post-award stewardship, including required grant reporting and communication with funders.

• Evaluate programming outcomes to ensure alignment with community needs and YMCAs mission.
• Develop systems to measure, analyze, and report program impact.

Community and Partnership Development

• Foster relationships with funding organizations, community partners, and stakeholders to enhance collaboration and resource sharing.
• Work with the Marketing Director to share grant-funded initiatives, Y impact stories, and community benefits.

Organizational Support and Mission Advocacy

• Serve as a resource to leadership and program staff regarding grant opportunities and requirements.

• Participate in Expanded Senior Leadership Team meetings and activities.
• Participate in monthly Leader on Duty and On Call rotations.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the Ys mission and act as an advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and social impact within the community.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Accept and perform additional responsibilities to support the Ys goals and initiatives.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: incorporates the Ys mission and values into the organization's vision and strategies. Ensures community engagement; promotes the global nature of the y. Leads a culture of volunteerism, ensuring engagement, inclusion, and ownership. Leads a culture of philanthropy.

Collaboration: advocates for and institutionalizes inclusion and diversity throughout the organization. Initiates the development of relationships with influential leaders to impact and strengthen the community. Is recognized as an inspirational community leader who easily navigates complex political and social circles. Communicates to engage and inspire people within and outside the YMCA. Ensures that a talent management system is in place and executed effectively.

Operational Effectiveness: possesses penetrating insight and strong strategic and critical thinking skills. Invests resources in well-designed innovation initiatives. Creates a structure to deliver organization-wide results to achieve objectives. Develops and implements stewardship strategies. Determines benchmarks and ensures appropriate leadership to meet objectives.

Personal Growth: creates a learning organization. Effectively drives change by leveraging resources and creating alignment to expand organizational opportunities. Shares authority and demonstrates courage and humility. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing, and we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

BENEFITS:

• Generous PTO Plan
• Health Insurance, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Optional Dental and Vision
• Retirement Plan when eligible
• Ability to enroll in the Ys tax-deferred savings plan, the 403(b) Smart Account
• Y Membership for yourself and your immediate household
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Discounts on selected Y programs and services

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods and be able to communicate using a computer, phone, or smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, reach, and move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• In a hybrid work environment, the employee will balance in-person work with remote tasks, managing their workload and conducting meetings virtually as needed. The office space for this position is provided at our Landing Y location in Brunswick.
• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• 3-5 years of proven experience in grant writing, research, and post-award grant management.
• Experience collaborating with senior management, community organizations, and government entities to plan and implement programs.
• Experience delivering presentations in both in-person and virtual formats.

Skills and Competencies:

• Professional demeanor with a high level of accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, persuasive, and compelling grant narratives.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to collect and analyze program data, draw valid conclusions, and report outcomes effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical writing and editing skills, and problem-solving
• Organized with the ability to develop strategies, create schedules, and meet deadlines.
• Skilled in multitasking and managing diverse responsibilities resourcefully.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build relationships.
• Proficiency in grant management systems and/or CRM platforms such as DonorPerfect, Blackbaud, Salesforce, Classy, Bontera, or like services.
• Commitment to the Ys mission, values, and equity-focused work.
• Ability to quickly gain an in-depth understanding of the YMCA organization, its departments, and functions.

CERTIFICATIONS:

Current CPR/AED/Emergency Oxygen Administration certifications through the American Red Cross, YMCA, or willingness to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.