Grants & Foundations Manager Lazio

Grants & Foundations Manager
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

GRANTS & FOUNDATIONS MANAGER

- **Department**:Fundraising & Communications

- **Location**:Remote

- **Supervisor**:Fundraising Manager

- **Compensation**:Based on experience

**Job Description

- Still I Rise, _an international NGO, works on the development and implementation of humanitarian projects aimed at the education and support of refugee children and vulnerable youth, is looking for a Grants & Foundations Manager to join its current staff and the Department of Operations.

**As the Grants and Foundations Manager, you will be part of Still I Rise's fundraising team.

You will be responsible for managing the process of obtaining grants and funding from foundations, grants, philanthropic organizations, and other charitable entities.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Funding Opportunities Research and Identification: Conduct in-depth research to identify potential grants and funding opportunities from foundations and philanthropic organizations that align with Still I Rise's mission and programs.

- Funding Proposal Development: Create persuasive, comprehensive, and coherent funding proposals that highlight the impact of Still I Rise's programs and meet the specific requirements of foundations and charitable entities.

- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential donors, including foundations, philanthropic organizations, and other entities, to develop long-term partnerships.

- Monitoring and Reporting: Track the outcomes of received funding, ensuring the proper implementation of funded programs, and providing regular reporting and accountability to donors in accordance with established requirements.

- Compliance and Administration: Ensure that all funding activities comply with the guidelines of foundations and charitable entities, and that financial reports are managed accurately and timely.

- Internal Coordination: Collaborate with fundraising team members and other departments at Still I Rise to ensure effective management of fundraising activities and smooth communication regarding opportunities and challenges.

- Industry Trend Monitoring: Stay updated on trends and best practices in the nonprofit funding sector, particularly regarding grants and funding from foundations and philanthropic organizations.

**Essential Skills and Requirements**:

- Full English proficiency both verbal and written; the working knowledge of at least oneother language amongst Italian, french, spanish, is considered an advantage

- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in managing grants and funding from foundations or philanthropic organizations, preferably in a nonprofit organization.

- Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the nonprofit funding sector, including best practices for grant research, funding proposal development, and donor relationship management.

- Writing Skills: Demonstrated ability to create persuasive funding proposals with clear, compelling, and error-free writing.

- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze and interpret funder guidelines and evaluate the suitability of funding opportunities for Still I Rise.

- Research Skills: Proficiency in researching and analyzing funding opportunities, including the ability to identify appropriate grants and understand selection criteria.

- Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to new funding opportunities and requirements, demonstrating flexibility and rapid learning capabilities.

**HOW TO APPLY**:

- At Still I Rise, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thrive on it for the benefit of our programs, our mission, and our community.

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