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Grants Manager – Richmond Office

 

Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CVLAS) seeks a full-time Grants Manager for its Richmond office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prospect Research: Identify and qualify new foundation, corporate, and government grant opportunities that align with our strategic goals.
  • Grant Writing: Write, edit, and submit high-quality, persuasive grant proposals, letters of inquiry (LOIs), and concept papers.
  • Reporting & Compliance: Maintain meticulous records, monitor grant budgets, and prepare accurate, timely financial and narrative reports for funders.
  • Relationship Management: Cultivate and steward relationships with grant officers and stakeholders through regular communication and updates.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with program and finance teams to gather data, track outcomes, and ensure grant deliverables are met.

 

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in grant writing and grant management for non-profits with a verifiable track record of funded proposals.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex program data into compelling narratives.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong project management abilities with high attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
  • Financial Acumen: Comfort with non-profit accounting, budgeting, and collaborating with finance teams to track grant expenditures.
  • Technical Proficiency: Experience with grant management software and donor databases such as Bloomerang and Salesforce.

 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $60,000 – $80,000 commensurate with experience.
  • Benefits Include:
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance
    • Paid time off, health leave and paid holidays
    • 401(k), life insurance, tuition repayment assistance program

 

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your grant writing experience, and a writing sample to Jill Pierce, Director of Human Resources at jill@cvlas.org Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

CVLAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer