Grants Manager

Description

Summary 

St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s MISSION is to provide an unparalleled education and compatible community services through a faith-based experience, with emphasis on serving low and moderate-income families. Our VISION is to transform the world by faith, education, and service. St. Philip’s has been a source of light and hope in the South Dallas/Fair Park community for over 80 years. The school, accredited by the Independent School Association of the Southwest (ISAS), serves 240 students, grades PK3 – 8th grade, while thousands of children, youth, and adults are served through a myriad of social services and educational programs offered through The Community Center. This includes a dynamic athletics program, Our Community Pantry (operated in partnership with North Texas Food Bank), a S.T.E.A.M. curriculum-based summer program (operated in partnership with TI, Big Thought, and AmeriCorps), and a senior citizen transportation program.  

Position Overview 

St. Philip’s School & Community Center seeks a strategic and results-driven Grants Manager to lead all institutional fundraising efforts across the School, Community Center, and Community Advancement initiatives. This single, stand-alone position is responsible for generating $1 million annually in grant revenue through foundation, corporate, and public funding sources. 

The Grants Manager oversees the full grants lifecycle including prospect identification, proposal development, submission, reporting, and stewardship while working in close partnership with the Chief Philanthropy Officer, Community Advancement Officer, school leadership, program staff, and finance. 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required, advanced degree preferred 
• Minimum of 4 years experience in nonprofit grant writing and management experience with demonstrated success 
• Demonstrated  written communication skills, project management, and organizational      skills 
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge 
• Proficiency  in MicroSoft Office applications

Scope of Grant Responsibilities 

This position supports and secures grant funding for: 

• St. Philip’s School (academic programs, scholarships, enrichment, faculty support, capital, and innovation) 
• St.  Philip’s Community Center (food pantry, youth athletics, senior services, housing, transportation, and wraparound community programs) 
• Community Advancement Initiatives (strategic initiatives led by the      Community Advancement Officer, including neighborhood revitalization, partnerships, and capacity-building efforts) 

Key Responsibilities 

Grant Strategy & Revenue Generation 

• Develop and execute an integrated grants strategy to secure $1 million annually in institutional funding across school,  community center, and community advancement portfolios. 
• Build and manage a diversified grant pipeline that balances education, social services, and community development funders. 
• Conduct ongoing prospect research and funder qualification aligned with organizational priorities and advancement goals. 

Proposal Development & Submission 

• Write and submit high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and concept papers for multiple program areas. 
• Collaborate with the Community Advancement Officer, school leadership, and program directors to align proposals with strategic initiatives and measurable outcomes. 
• Manage all grant calendars, deadlines, and compliance requirements. 

Grant Management & Reporting 

• Oversee post-award grant management for all institutional funders, ensuring compliance across school, community center, and advancement grants. 
• Coordinate with finance to ensure accurate budgeting, tracking, and reporting of restricted funds. 
• Prepare interim and final grant reports that clearly communicate outcomes and impact. 

Relationship Management & Stewardship 

• Cultivate and steward relationships with foundation, corporate, and public funders in partnership with leadership. 
• Support site visits, presentations, and funder communications that reflect the full breadth of St. Philip’s impact. 
• Ensure timely acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship of institutional donors. 

Collaboration & Internal Alignment 

• Serve  as the central point of coordination for all grant activity across the organization. 
• Provide regular pipeline, forecast, and performance updates to senior leadership and the Community Advancement Officer. 
• Support organizational planning by aligning grant funding with strategic and programmatic priorities. 
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage complex priorities independently within a one-person grants operation. 
• Grant Professionals Certification (GPC) – a plus 

St. Philip’s School and Community Center offers a competitive salary and benefits. For details, visit www.stphilips1600.org.  

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