Marklund: Making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.

The following statements are intended to describe the major components of the position with Marklund.  Marklund employees are empowered to recognize opportunities, accept challenges and embrace the responsibilities of their positions to promote a full life experience for the individuals we serve.

Position Overview

The Grants Manager will identify, engage and solicit corporations, foundations and select government grant opportunities.  They will also oversee the CDBG process when applicable.  Demonstrated knowledge and experience are key for this fundraising role.

Essential Job Functions

·        Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to foundation and corporate sources.

·        Perform prospect research on foundations and corporations to evaluate prospects for corporate and foundation grants.

·        Make appointments for DoD and/or CDO with foundation officers and other prospects, arrange for onsite tours for corporate and foundation supporters.

·        Utilize Marklund leadership, volunteer, and staff in identifying and developing grant projects and prospects.

·        Work with program staff to prioritize programs for funding.

·        Work with finance to gather information necessary to report to corporate/foundation funders on current grant programs.

·        Assist with other fundraising projects on the Team as requested. 

·        Demonstrate the ability to execute multiple tasks and responsibilities - responding to deadlines and ability to troubleshoot when necessary.

·        Understand the strategic plan and its impact on the needs for funding.

·        Help maintain and strengthen corporate/foundation files and information sources.  Identify, qualify and rate top corporate and foundation prospects.

·        Continue to investigate current trends for grant writing opportunities.  Attend webinars, funder panels and other training opportunities when appropriate.

·        Comply with all grant reporting as required by foundation/corporate donors.

·        Provide stewardship to current donors, including working with marketing when appropriate.

·        Work with the Marketing Team for written institutional materials (including Annual Report, CP reporting, etc).

·        Work within the changing environment to reprioritize and act on fundraising opportunities.    

Corporate Culture Aspects of the Position

·        Attitude:  A positive manner in which you address the clients, families and your co-workers elevates the spirit of the whole group and creates a harmonious environment

·        Teamwork:  Working as a team gives us the opportunity to utilize all of our talents as a group and to realize the uniqueness of each one of us, all for a common goal – “The Clients”

·        Creativity:  A conscious effort to see things differently, to break out of habits and outdated beliefs to find new ways of thinking, doing and being.

·        Integrity:  Working hard, keeping your promises, sharing your success.  Above all, honesty, respect and consideration for others.

·        Individual Development:  Taking the initiative to improve yourself by broadening your knowledge and skills in order to bring your best possible self to Marklund.

·        Accountability:  The willingness to acknowledge your responsibility for your actions and implications that may result.

MINIMALLY REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Training and/or Experience:    Excellent organization and inter-personal skills, one to three years of grant experience, preferred 

Salary: $65,000

Where to apply: 

1. On the Marklund website: www.marklund.org 

2. Direct Grants Manager posting on website:

https://marklund.atsondemand.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=512749.viewjobdetail&CID=512749&JID=897430