Grants Manager

Nashville Symphony

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Job Summary

The Grants Manager is a member of the development team and oversees all aspects of our grant-seeking and grant-management activities. The Grants Manager will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, preparing grant proposals, managing grant budgets, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing and administration, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the arts, music in particular.

Job Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough knowledge of the Nashville Symphony – its mission, history, culture, vision, programs, and governance structure and be able to clearly communicate its mission and needs
• Create and implement a comprehensive foundation/government/corporate grant development plan and budget, engaging with colleagues to identify needs, opportunities, and funding budgets
• Manage the existing government and foundations portfolio and grants calendar
• Research, identify, and pursue potential new grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources
• Write and prepare grant proposals, applications, and reports; ensure timely submission of all grant requests and reports
• Collaborate across organizations to gather information and data for proposals and advise management on opportunities
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting deadlines
• Provide status reports to the Chief Development Officer, Senior Staff, and others as appropriate
• Monitor and evaluate grant-funded programs and projects to assess impact and effectiveness
• Create year-end reporting for both internal and external audiences
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in grant writing and fundraising

Additional responsibilities:

• Manage charitable solicitation permit application process
• Manage organizational overview and narratives on GivingMatters.com, Guidestar.org Charity Navigator, and other websites as needed
• Leads research strategy and procedures, including support for prospecting for individuals, corporate and foundation leads
• Assume responsibility for special projects or other activities as directed by the Chief Development Officer and Vice President of Development
• Stay informed of local, state, and federal news as it pertains to arts funding, communicate news, participate in arts advocacy efforts/activities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requirements and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Two to three years experience in grant writing or comparable writing-intensive profession; experience in a cultural arts organization or nonprofit sector preferred
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to handle multiple projects and priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant management software (e.g. Fluxx, Foundant)
• Passion for the arts and commitment to the mission of the Nashville Symphony

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How to Apply

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Details

• Date Posted: March 27, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Fundraising / Revenue Development
• Service Area: Arts / Culture
• Salary Range: $57,000-$62,000
• Working Hours: 40 hrs/wk, Variable hours due to evening events