Job Description

MISSION STATEMENT: To be a beacon of light by transforming lives in the Vincentian spirit of charity, justice, and mercy through interpersonal connectivity.

SUMMARY : The Grants Director has a passion for and is aligned with the Mission and Values of St. Vincent de Paul CARES, as well as the goal of ending homelessness and caring for the poor. The Grants Director is responsible for leading and managing the organization’s grant strategy, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of new and renewal grant opportunities from government entities, foundations, and corporations. This role oversees the full lifecycle of grants, from proposal development and submission to reporting and compliance, ensuring alignment with the organizational priorities and strategic goals. The Grants Director will lead and mentor a team of Grant Writers and facilitate collaboration with program staff and other departments within the organization to gather necessary information and develop compelling narratives and budgets. The Grants Director will ensure accurate record-keeping of grant activities using a grants management system, build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders, and prepare monthly reports to the Executive Team to secure any necessary approvals for grant applications. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at this time.

• Display a passion for the organization’s values and mission
• Develop and execute a comprehensive grants strategy aligned with organizational objectives
• Research and identify new and renewal grant opportunities and prepare and submit proposals for funding
• Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality grant proposals and applications
• Oversee, write, maintain, and steward multi-million-dollar federal grants, and all other public and private grants
• Ensure proposals clearly align with funder priorities and program goals
• Work with the finance department and others in developing complex budgets 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information for grant proposals and ensure the implementation of grants when awarded 
• Produce superior multimillion-dollar grant proposals and renewals 
• Direct organizational efforts to:
  • Ensure adherence to all grant and reporting timelines
  • Furnish prospective funders with supporting documents
  • Manage and maintain timelines, grants, records, reporting, and other documentation utilizing a grants management system
• Manage a portfolio of grant funding streams to meet revenue goals
• Assist the development department's strategy to maintain and increase private funding and sponsorships
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders
• Tell the organization’s story and outcomes to current and prospective funders
• Represent the organization to and interface with funders using a variety of communication formats, including in-person meetings 
• Present proposals and reports at funder meetings when requested
• Supervise, train, and support a team of grant writers and other grant staff
• Set team goals, timelines, and conduct performance evaluations
• Maintain proficient knowledge of the organization’s history and programs
• Stay up-to-date on best practices and trends to ensure the agency’s success

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complies with all applicable training requirements.
• Complies with all company safety, personnel, and operational policies and procedures.
• Complies with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs. 
• Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team.
• Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the agency’s mission. 

Employee Benefits: 

• 95% Employer-paid Employee-only coverage (zero deductible) 
• 10k Employer-paid Basic Life insurance.
• 120 hrs PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment.
• 13 Paid Holidays to include the Employee’s birthday and the Date of Hire 
• We also have various retention and referral bonuses.
• 2 weeks of paid training.
• Flexible schedules in most positions. 
• 3% Employer match retirement plan after 6 months. 
• We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Shield, Legal Shield, Additional Life, FSA Medical, and FSA Dependent Care. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)  

• Able to speak, write, and understand English 
• Possesses basic computer skills
• Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff, and volunteers, and be able to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and economic groups
• Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines, and multitask
• Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Possesses a strong work ethic
• Successfully pass the law Enforcement background screening 
• Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business
• Must have reliable transportation
• Participates in the Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/Reaccreditation process
• Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion
• Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally 
• A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance
• Evidence of deep alignment with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. Mission and Values 
• Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals
• Strong editing skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of government information sources
• Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors
• Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for government donors' prospect research 
• Strong contributor in team environments

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)  

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word & Access)
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills
• Proficient with fax machine/copier/scanner
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills
• Use of independent thinking and judgment
• Ability to multitask and think quickly
• Must have an “all hands on deck” attitude
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (Depending on the position and if prior to hire is approved by the Chief Executive Officer, a comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum education qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree, with a master’s degree preferred
• Five to seven years’ demonstrated ability to lead and direct a successful multimillion-dollar grants program
• High level of computer literacy
• Ability to understand and help construct required, often complex, budgets for applications.
• Experience writing federal, state, city, and private foundation applications
• Experience in non-profit social services and program operations is highly desirable

GENERAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made, if appropriate, to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job. 

Working in an office/site requires prolonged sitting at the computer workstation; standing, bending, reaching, lifting up to 40lbs, and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. It is also required to regularly sit, speak, and listen, the employee is also required to walk, use hands and fingers to type, operate equipment, and maintain records and notes. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

MENTAL DEMANDS : Must handle new and diverse work problems daily. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must have the ability to listen objectively to people, perceive the real problem, and assist in bringing issues to a successful conclusion. Must relate and interact with volunteers, clients, contractors, visitors, and employees at all levels within the Agency. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The Environment will occasionally become noisy due to equipment operations and interactions among clients and staff. There may be the possibility of being exposed to communicable disease, possible exposure to verbal abuse, or similar behavior from residents/clients. On an as-needed basis, employees may be called upon to work outside of the established work schedule or work odd hours. All information associated with the Agency is confidential. 

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SVdP CARES is a non-profit organization committed to ending homelessness: making it rare, brief, and one-time. With “Housing First” principles at the core, all SVdP CARES programs are built on the belief that everyone has the right to live in dignified and affordable housing with a healthy disregard for all community-perceived barriers to housing including employment history, criminal/credit background, mental health, addiction, or religious practices. SVdP CARES works to rapidly house those experiencing homelessness within 30 days and concurrently connect them to resources and stabilization support services to assist their needs. SVdP CARES serves 19 counties across 7,678+ square miles of Florida including Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, Desoto, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, Seminole, and Sumter counties. Everyone is welcome through our doors, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

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