About Communities In Schools of North Carolina:

At Communities In Schools, we are “all-in” for kids. It is our passion-- it is our mission. As the State Office for North Carolina, we deliver CIS programs across the state and we collaborate with local affiliate organizations, to provide resources and create communities of caring adults who work hand-in-hand with educators to make sure young people have the tools they need to stay in school and achieve in life. Communities In Schools is the nation’s largest dropout prevention organization, serving 1.5 million students in 2,400 sites across the country. We achieve this mission by hiring bright, creative, and innovative team members who have a passion for what we do. At CISNC, we value relationships, collaboration, learning, integrity and commitment.

Position Overview:

The Grants Manager contributes to CISNC’s success by generating funds that ensure sustainability and growth.

The Grants Manager reports to the VP External Affairs and collaborates with colleagues across the organization, especially with the program and finance teams. This position takes a proactive role in prospecting for and preparing accurate, timely, well-crafted grant proposals. The Grants Manager also works closely with program staff, finance, and other organization leadership to craft accurate, timely reports to funders and agency stakeholders. This position also supports overall development department functions including but not limited to donor stewardship activities, special events, and other duties as assigned

Essential Duties:

CISNC Grant Writing & Reporting (75% of time)

• Proactively prospects for, researches and writes compelling grant proposals that garner funding in support of CIS programs from a variety of sources: foundations, corporations, government, civic groups and more.
• Produces timely, accurate grant reports for funders that accurately reflect the work of CISNC.
• Works closely with Finance, Program staff and others to prepare accurate, timely reports to funders and other CIS stakeholders.
• Keeps complete and accurate records; maintains accurate annual grants and reports calendars detailing upcoming grant and reporting deadlines.
• Shares information related to grant proposals, reports, and funder requests to ensure all CISNC departments have a clear understanding of the roles, expectations, and information needed to complete quality proposals and reports in a timely manner.
• Participates in interdepartmental meetings to create, review and strengthen grant proposals that advance the organization’s work.
• Accurate and timely record keeping including file management.
• Continual upkeep of a grants calendar and grants reports calendar.

Affiliate Grant Writing & Report Support (25% of time)

• Proactively prospects for, researches and writes compelling grant proposals that garner funding in support of CIS Affiliate across the state from a variety of sources: foundations, corporations, government, civic groups and more
• This may also include providing grant or report review/edits, offering best practice guidance, and other grant-specific support to affiliates as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Skills:

Core Competencies

Student-Centered, Integrity & Accountability, Collaboration, Impact-Driven Excellence, Respect.

Job Specific Competencies

Decision Making & Judgment, Initiative, Planning & Organizing, Researching Information, Thoroughness, Writing.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, or related field or equivalent job experience.
• 5+ years' experience writing and securing grants
• Technology savvy in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and SharePoint.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and insurance.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this role. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

Perks:

We offer outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) and MORE!!! We offer paid vacation, wellness time and holidays. Our team is friendly, fun and collaborative.

Learn more at www.cisnc.org, and stay connected with CISNC on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.