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The Grants Manager is the heartbeat of MCECs funding portfolio making sure proposals go out on time, renewals are seamless, and reports tell the powerful story of how we serve military-connected children and families.

This role thrives on organization, collaboration, and momentum . Youll coordinate deadlines, write and submit proposals, and ensure compliance while working closely with the Director of Development , the Advancement team, and an AmeriCorps VISTA member who supports research and prospecting.

What makes this role exciting? Youll use tools like Asana, Raisers Edge NXT, Instrumentl , and AI-enabled drafting platforms to keep the process smart, fast, and efficient. And youll be part of building a bigger, stronger grants program helping MCEC expand our portfolio while maintaining a high win rate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the full lifecycle of grants: renewals, proposals, budgets, compliance, and reporting.
• Draft, edit, and submit new proposals at scale, with writing support from colleagues and AI tools.
• Maintain and track deadlines in Asana to keep the portfolio on schedule.
• Use Raisers Edge NXT and Instrumentl to manage prospecting, pipeline tracking, and reporting.
• Partner with the AmeriCorps VISTA member on prospecting, funder research, and intelligence gathering.
• Collaborate with Program and Finance teams to align commitments and deliverables.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with foundation and agency grant managers.
• Provide updates, reports, and insights that inform Advancement strategy and showcase program impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
• 23 years in nonprofit grants management, fundraising, or contract administration.
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills , with experience managing multiple deadlines.
• Familiarity with Raisers Edge NXT, Instrumentl, and Asana (or similar CRM and project management tools).
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to compliance and detail.
• Experience prospecting, drafting, and submitting successful grants.
• Confidence communicating with funder grant managers.
• Skilled in using AI tools and automation to increase speed and efficiency.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach you enjoy working with others to get big things done.

Why Join Us

At MCEC, we dont just write grants we tell the story of military kids and secure the resources that help them thrive in school, at home, and in their communities.

As Grants Manager, youll be:

? The organizer-in-chief of a fast-paced, growing portfolio.

? A collaborator , working across Advancement, Programs, Finance, and with funders.

? A builder , helping shape smarter, tech-enabled ways of managing grants.

At MCEC, youll join a team that blends AI-enabled systems, strategic partnerships, and deep mission commitment to drive impact. If youre energized by building new approaches, connecting with leaders, and ensuring military kids and families have the supports they need, this is the role for you.

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