Full-time · Hybrid
Grants Manager
This is a high-impact role for a strategic storyteller who wants to lead the institutional giving efforts for a major animal welfare organization. You will manage a $1M portfolio, blending creative writing with rigorous project management to secure the future of vital community programs. It offers a unique balance of independent grant management and high-level collaboration with executive leadership.
Wisconsin Humane Society · West Allis, Wisconsin, United States · Posted 22 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a high-impact role for a strategic storyteller who wants to lead the institutional giving efforts for a major animal welfare organization. You will manage a $1M portfolio, blending creative writing with rigorous project management to secure the future of vital community programs. It offers a unique balance of independent grant management and high-level collaboration with executive leadership.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end grant lifecycle for a $1M institutional portfolio
- Identify and cultivate new funding prospects to expand the donor base
- Collaborate with program leaders to translate metrics into compelling impact stories
- Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar to ensure compliance and timely submissions
- Monitor and analyze grant performance trends to inform future strategies
Essential
- Minimum of four years of professional experience in nonprofit development, grant writing, or institutional giving
- Proven track record of managing the full grant lifecycle from research to reporting
- Ability to manage a diverse portfolio of institutional funders generating significant annual revenue
- Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to create data-driven narratives
- Strong verbal communication and relationship management abilities
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Preferred
- Experience using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM databases
- Background in animal welfare or human services sectors
- Experience in strategic partnership development
Key Skills
Grant WritingInstitutional Giving StrategyProject ManagementDonor StewardshipData AnalysisRelationship CultivationCompliance MonitoringStrategic PlanningCollaborative Communication
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Competitive salary range
- Supportive team environment
- Meaningful mission-driven work
- Professional development opportunities in philanthropy
Next step
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