Grants Manager

Grants Manager – The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory

Apply for the Grants Manager role at The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory.

Base pay: $25.00 per hour.

The Grants Manager plays a vital role in securing grants and funds that directly impact the Central Ohio community. The position records grant activity timelines and deadlines to ensure smooth operations, collaborates with staff and departments, and adheres to Salvation Army procedures to complete grant applications efficiently. Key responsibilities include financial management and coordination of grant activities, ensuring compliance with all internal, local, state, and federal policies, reviewing and assisting with grant proposals and reports, overseeing compliance and monitoring, communicating with funding agencies, and ensuring overall financial contract compliance.

With an annual fundraising goal assigned, the role underscores the importance of securing essential funds for Central Ohio.

• Changing the lives of the less fortunate
• Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal days, and sick time
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost employee premiums, co‑pays, and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Previous grant or persuasive writing experience.
• Strong written, communication, and business skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to relate professionally and effectively with key constituencies (internal and external), and manage sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with donor database applications;
  Salesforce or CRM experience is a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Understanding and appreciation of The Salvation Army mission.
• Collaborative, energetic team player.
• Responsiveness to management direction, commitment to working extended hours as needed, and completion of tasks on time or notification of manager with an alternate plan.
• Occasional morning, evening, and weekend work required for events and donor meetings.

In compliance with US Government regulations, The Salvation Army affirms that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.