Grants Associate Position Available In Sarasota, Florida

Grants Associate
Sarasota, Florida – USD Full Time Posted by:

Children First Inc Posted:

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location

Description:

Reporting to the Associate Director of Database & Grants, the Grants Associate is responsible for managing Children First’s robust philanthropy grant applications, awards, and reporting requirements. While maintaining current grant funder relationships, this position will: 1) research new funding opportunities that align with Children First’s mission, needs, goals, and strategic objectives, 2) develop written proposals, and 3) coordinate the application submission and reporting process for various funding sources. This position also works collaboratively with database administration through data entry and gift/grant management in the donor database system and in digital and physical records.

Requirements:

The Grants Associate is required to exercise judgment and discretion. They provide assistance and support to all fundraising initiatives, public relations and events as necessary. As the Grants Associate, they will develop, execute and monitor non-governmental grants. They may also participate in execution and monitoring of federal, state, and local governmental grants in partnership with other departments. They will promote the community image of Children First. Work is reviewed through regular coaching and feedback and annual evaluations with supervisor. Licenses/Certifications Valid Florida Drivers License, or reliable transportation
Immediate/continued enrollment in the Criminal History Registry-Child Care Division
Current Health Appraisal, updated every two (2) years Education/Equivalent Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred
Development professional with three years of experience writing and securing non-governmental grants
Experience managing databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred) in a nonprofit environment Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of donor-based research and fundraising
Confidentiality requirements and database regulations Ability to: Interpret data and think creatively to solve problems and make decisions
Communicate fluently in English (Spanish is desired)
Work cooperatively between staff and other departments
Manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met
Manage time, stress, and constantly changing situations
Collect, analyze, and present data with accurate reports and clear recommendations Physical/Mental Demands Lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Kneels, stoops, bends, reaches, stands, and sits on floor to attend to needs
Sitting, for working at keyboard and desk, standing, driving for site visits, meetings, and events
Use manual dexterity, reach with hands and arms, stretch, type, and talk or hear
Respond both physically and mentally to emergency or crisis situations Environmental Conditions Experiences variability in temperature and environment
Interaction with children who are ill and/or possibly contagious
This position requires the ability to withstand strain and stress to meet deadlines and other pressures
Occasionally required to lift and carry materials for meetings and events
May require use of personal vehicle for official business travel (valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurance required)
Some evening and weekend work may be required for events
Children First is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Compensation details:

0 Yearly Salary PI647185f6aed8-0276 Location Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Industry IT
Rate USD
Employment Agency Children First Inc
Contact Children First Inc
Reference

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Posted Date 6/18/2025 6:39:33 PM