Position Summary
The Grants Manager will build upon our existing fundraising program and raise our profile among the funder community in the environmental sector. With thousands of dedicated activists and donors in Maryland, DC, and Virginia, CCAN has inspired countless people to get involved in campaigns to protect our climate. Our new Grants Manager will bring the passion and skills to effectively tell our story and deepen our relationships with the foundations that support our work. The Grants Manager will also lead email and written communication with our grassroots donor base.
About Us
The Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) is the first group in the Chesapeake region of Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. dedicated exclusively to building a powerful grassroots movement to fight climate change. We envision an equitable energy future: phasing out fossil fuels, prioritizing efficiency, and sustaining every aspect of our lives with truly clean power sources — solar, wind, and geothermal. We are committed to taking on big fights and pushing the envelope of what’s “politically possible,” using every tool inside and outside the box – from organizing and direct action to lobbying and the law. We apply that same ethic to our fundraising efforts.
What You Will Do
Foundation fundraising
- Sustain and grow our foundation grants program and raise our profile among the funder community in our sector.
- Work with relevant staff to write and submit grant reports and proposals.
- Represent CCAN at meetings and events with funders to maintain relationships with current funders of CCAN and our sister advocacy organization CCAN Action Fund and bring in additional foundations.
Manage grant cycle
- Track deadlines and reporting requirements.
- Prepare CCAN’s Executive Director and leadership staff for funder meetings.
- Follow up on donor requests.
Fundraising communications
- Draft email and website content to update our grassroots donors about our work.
- Collaborate with our program staff to identify fundraising opportunities for our campaign priorities.
Qualifications
- At least two years grant writing experience.
- Experience with persuasive writing or writing for advocacy.
- Experience with donor databases or CRM management (CCAN uses Kindful and Engaging Networks).
- Alignment with CCAN’s mission and values.
- Proven success managing multiple ongoing projects with attention to detail and deadlines.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willing to travel throughout Maryland, DC, and Virginia to attend meetings with potential broader domestic travel for foundation convenings.
The Details
The Grants Manager is based in our Takoma Park, MD office, two blocks from the Takoma station on the Red Line. CCAN staff work on a hybrid schedule, two days weekly in the office and three days from home.
Salary is $55,000-$65,000 per year, commensurate with experience. We provide a generous benefits package, including health care, dental and vision coverage, and four weeks of paid vacation.
How to Apply:
Please complete the Google form application to answer short questions and submit a resume. A writing sample is required for this position. We will accept applications until the position is filled, with interview preference given to candidates who apply by April 17, 2023.
The interview process will consist of a phone interview, a panel interview over Zoom, and a skills test, with the possibility of an in-person meeting. Our target start date for this position is June 1, 2023.
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