Director of Grants and Partnerships

Curry College
United States, Massachusetts, Milton
1071 Blue Hill Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 08, 2025
Director of Grants and Partnerships The Director of Grants and Partnerships at Curry College is crucial in securing financial support for the college's priorities by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting corporate and private foundation donors. This position designs, implements and manages a comprehensive and proactive development plan focused on expanding and enhancing these relationships. The Director of Grants and Partnerships collaborates closely with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement to align grant activities with the college's strategic goals, works with faculty and staff to develop competitive proposals, ensures accurate budgeting and compliance with the finance department, and coordinates with various departments to develop grant-related materials. Additionally, the Director engages with alumni relations to support related programs and initiatives and builds positive relationships with external partners, including funding agencies and community organizations. The role requires meeting grant-related deadlines, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and exercising considerable discretion in managing grant activities. Essential Functions: 1. Grant Research and Identification Conduct thorough research to identify potential grant opportunities from federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations and corporations; Maintain a database of potential funding sources, including deadlines, application guidelines, and contact information; Stay informed about trends in higher education funding and emerging opportunities in the field. 2. Grant Proposal Development and Submission Lead the development of grant proposals, including writing, editing, and compiling necessary documentation; Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to gather relevant information and project details; Ensure proposals are aligned with the college's strategic goals and priorities; Submit proposals in accordance with funder guidelines and deadlines. 3. Grant Management and Compliance Oversee the management of awarded grants, ensuring compliance with all funding requirements and regulations; Monitor grant budgets and expenditures to ensure proper use of funds; Prepare and submit required reports to funders, including financial and programmatic reports; Coordinate with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. 4. Relationship Building and Collaboration Develop and maintain relationships with funding agencies, program officers, and other key stakeholders; Serve as the primary contact for grant-related inquiries from both internal and external parties; Facilitate collaboration among faculty, staff, and external partners to develop competitive grant proposals; Represent Curry College at grant-related meetings, conferences, and networking events. 5. Training and Capacity Building Provide training and support to faculty and staff on grant writing and management; Develop and distribute resources, such as templates and guidelines, to assist with grant proposal development; Conduct workshops and seminars on topics related to grants and funding opportunities; Foster a culture of grant-seeking within the college community by promoting awareness of available opportunities. 6. Strategic Planning and Reporting Contribute to the development and implementation of the college's strategic plan related to grants and external funding; Develop annual goals and objectives for the grants office and track progress toward achieving them; Prepare regular reports on grant activity, including successes, challenges, and future opportunities; Analyze the effectiveness of grant-funded projects and provide recommendations for improvement. Additional Functions: Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy; Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or their designee. Job Requirements: Essential Characteristics: Successful performance in this position demands consistent demonstration of the following uncompromised performance characteristics: Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in grant proposals, budgets, and reports; Carefully reviews guidelines and requirements to meet all submission criteria. Achievement Oriented: Demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting and exceeding goals; Strives for excellence in securing and managing grants to support the college's mission. Relationship Builder: Initiates and develops positive working relationships with colleagues, faculty, staff, and external partners; Effectively collaborates with team members and stakeholders to enhance grant opportunities. Self-Motivated: Shows initiative in identifying and pursuing grant opportunities; Manages time and resources efficiently to achieve objectives with minimal supervision. Problem Solver: Proactively identifies problems, obstacles, and opportunities related to grants and funding; Develop and implement effective solutions to overcome challenges. Strong Communicator: Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills; Clearly articulates ideas and information in grant proposals, reports, and presentations. Organized and Efficient: Demonstrates strong organizational skills to manage multiple grant proposals and projects simultaneously; Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet deadlines. Knowledgeable and Informed: Stays updated on trends and changes in the funding landscape; Continuously seeks professional development opportunities to enhance expertise in grant writing Team Player: Works well within a team environment, contributing to collective goals; Supports colleagues and shares knowledge to foster a collaborative work culture. Resilient and Adaptable: Maintains composure and effectiveness under pressure; Adapts to changing priorities and circumstances flexibly and positively. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in grant writing and management. Proven track record of successfully securing and managing grants from federal, state, and private funding sources. Experience in higher education or nonprofit organizations is highly desirable. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in a related field. Salary Range: $100,000 to $105,000 Additional Information: Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks. Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment. The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below: Ann Coyne, Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance: Office 122, King Academic Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA 02186. (617) 333-2212, ann.coyne@curry.edu. Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, FAX: 617-289-0150; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov. To apply, visit http://curry.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186659 jeid-3cb31bfc0ffbf54283044ad4e3ae5c06