Manager, Grants

Are you ready to transform your career into a powerful catalyst for change? For almost 30  years, ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) has been at the forefront of the battle against prostate cancer, providing essential support to patients and families touched by this disease. ZERO is the nation’s leading prostate cancer organization and the number one provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services. We are on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support. 

Consistently recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for by the Nonprofit Times, we take pride in our unwavering commitment to our team and community. Our culture is founded on the principles of growth, inclusivity, and camaraderie, which we uphold with passion and purpose. Our vision is a world where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. When you join ZERO, you become part of an extraordinary community with strong core values, where each individual motivates and inspires one another, advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Seize this opportunity to be more than just an employee—become an essential part of a movement that truly matters!

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Grants Manager to lead our grant development, submission, and compliance efforts. This role is responsible for identifying new funding opportunities, writing compelling grant proposals, and managing funder relationships to support the organization’s financial sustainability. The Grant Manager will oversee compliance, reporting, and data management to ensure all grants align with funder requirements and organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, research, and project management skills, along with experience in nonprofit fundraising and financial stewardship

Position Type	Full Time ∙ Exempt-Salaried
Position Location	Remote (Travel 10% of the year, Once per quarter)
Reports to	Director, Development

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Grant Strategy & Development:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive grants strategy aligned with organizational funding goals.
• Research and identify new grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources.
• Maintain a pipeline of potential funders and track upcoming deadlines.

Grant Writing & Submission:

• Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports.
• Ensure all proposals align with funder priorities and organizational needs.
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to gather data, budgets, and program impact stories.

Grant Compliance & Reporting:

• Manage grant agreements, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
• Track grant deliverables, deadlines, and reporting obligations.
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate grant reports, detailing program outcomes and financial expenditures.

Funder Stewardship & Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
• Coordinate site visits, presentations, and impact reports for grant funders.
• Stay informed about funding trends and best practices in grantmaking.

Data Management & Administration:

• Maintain accurate grant records, reports, and communications in a grants database or CRM system.
• Work closely with finance to reconcile grant income and expenditures.
• Assist in developing grant-related policies, procedures, and templates for efficiency.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in grant writing, grant management, or fundraising.
• Proven track record of securing and managing significant grant funding.
• Excellent writing, research, and project management skills.
• Strong ability to translate complex program data into compelling narratives.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in grant management databases (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Google Workspace.
• Appreciates a fun, hard-working work environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams/departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with government grant applications and compliance.
• Knowledge of nonprofit finance and budgeting principles.

Physical Requirements

• Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as computer printer, calculator, and copier.
• Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC, Veterans, individuals with Disabilities, and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at hr@zerocancer.org or by phone at 202-463-9455.