GRANTS MANAGER CONTRACTOR

The Grants Manager Contractor supports NOLABA’s internal operations with a focus on grants administration and management. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role works closely with program leadership to align grant activities with NOLABA’s mission. This is a hybrid position, requiring periodic in-office work with flexible remote options.

Grant Administration/Fundraising

• Oversee and manage the full grants pipeline, including grant research, applications, compliance, and reporting.
• Collaborate with program leadership and the CEO to identify funding opportunities aligned with NOLABA’s goals.
• Coordinate the accounting and reporting for grant portfolios, including budget preparation, quarterly budget-to-actual reporting, revenue forecasting, and estimating carryover funds.
• Conduct regular audits of grant-funded projects to ensure alignment with approved budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings or reallocations.
• Maintain and update fundraising and grant-tracking data in collaboration with the CEO, Special Assistant, and Marketing & Events Specialist.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive grants calendar to track application deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal opportunities.
• Liaise with grant funders to ensure ongoing communication and maintain positive relationships, addressing any compliance or reporting questions as they arise.
• Ensure all grant-related activities comply with funder guidelines and NOLABA’s administrative standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: 5-7 years in nonprofit grant administration and/or operations management.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in nonprofit grant management; familiarity with government grants is a plus. QuickBooks Online experience is preferred.
• Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong organizational skills, teamwork ability, and communication skills to work effectively in a dynamic environment. Proven ability to set and achieve performance-based outcomes.
• Additional Details:
  • Hours: Approximately 15-20 hours per month.
  • Work Environment: Hybrid role with a mix of in-office presence and remote work flexibility.

Commitments:

• Treat all NOLABA employees, associates, customers, public/ private sector partners and Board members fairly, courteously, and with dignity.
• Model superior customer service behavior by maintaining positive relationships with all NOLABA stakeholders.
• Be honest and fair in all business dealings; professional demeanor at all times.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to speak and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Read and interpret data (emails, memos, letters, etc.).
• Ability to maintain visual attention and mental concentration for significant periods of time.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to effectively communicate with superiors, peers and subordinates.