Position Summary
In working towards helping Wevise meet its overall objective of providing opportunities in tech
for Mentors and Mentees, the Grants Manager is responsible for a full range of activities related
to researching, preparing, submitting and managing grants along with acknowledgement and
reporting.
The Grants Manager will work with the Development team and the Programs
team to implement and strengthen fundraising. The Grants Manager will also seek out new
funding opportunities and cultivate partnerships/relationships with grantors and donors as
workload allows.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify relevant public and private grant opportunities
- Serve as main contact to grant-making organizations during the grant process for assigned portfolio with support from the Grants Director
- Write clear, persuasive, and well-structured grant proposals and reports
- Collaborate with leadership to align proposals with organizational priorities
- Collect and maintain up-to-date research on potential grant-making organizations and grant/contract opportunities, eligibility criteria and deadlines
- Manage submission timelines and ensure compliance with grant requirements
- Track outcomes and maintain accurate grant documentation
- Monitor awarded grants to ensure compliance as well as programmatic, evaluation budgetary and reporting requirements
- Manage grant prospecting by actively seeking new sources of private, corporate, and government support as workload allows
- Ensure acknowledgment of funders via website, e-newsletter, and social media
- Assist in developing presentations for various stakeholders
You Might Be a Fit If You…
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Has interest or experience in nonprofit development or fundraising
- Excellent written communication and research skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Ready to use your skills for good? Join Us!
If you’re driven by mentorship, passionate about using technology for social good, and
motivated by challenges and continuous improvement, we’d love to have you on our team!
Apply here: Volunteer Application Form
Wevise is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds to apply.