Overview
Seeking a part-time Grants Manager to join our Development team. The Grants Manager will support Clearwater’s institutional giving plans and initiatives and report to the Director of Development & Marketing. Duties include managing grant planning, research, writing, and reporting. This is a part-time, year round staff position that requires a minimum of 20 hours per week. The hourly rate is $28.85 and also includes benefits such as health, vision, dental, paid time off and a 401k retirement plan. This is a hybrid in-person/remote position, with expectation of at least one day each week in-person with the Development Department. Clearwater’s main office is located at 724 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, NY 12508. Additional hours may vary based on project demands.
Key Responsibilities:
Grant Writing and Development ● Lead grant proposal development from concept through submission ● Collaborate with program and finance staff to develop grant budgets and project narratives ● Write compelling proposals and manage content needs ● Manage proposal schedule and timeline to ensure on-time submissions ● Research new funders and grant opportunities using tools such as Candid/Foundation Directory
Online Grant Administration ● Track grants at each stage of development and maintain accurate reports for leadership ● Prepare and submit reports, reimbursement requests, and other grant deliverables ● Maintain a grants calendar and keep relevant staff up to date on upcoming deadlines and deliverables ● Collaborate closely with the finance department to ensure accurate reporting and record-keeping, and to confirm compliance with funder guidelines
Department & Organizational Support ● Represent Clearwater’s mission and values internally and externally ● Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development & Marketing
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of professional grant writing experience.
Clearwater acknowledges that the construct of race disproportionally affects Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Clearwater respects LGBTQIA+ people; we use language and actions that are respectful of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Clearwater celebrates and welcomes members of any race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, physical or mental ability or age to apply.
Required Skills:
● Excellent writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail and deadlines ● Ability to thrive and work effectively as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment ● Excellent computer skills, including Google Workspace and donor management software (such as DonorPerfect)
Preferred Skills:
● A creative, energetic team player with a good sense of humor ● Genuine interest in the environment and issues related to Clearwater's misson
About Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, Inc., is a non-profit membership organization that for
over 50 years has been at the forefront of the environmental movement as a champion
of the Hudson River. As an organization, Clearwater inspires lifelong stewardship of the
Hudson and its watershed by connecting people of all ages with the living river. The
organization owns and operates the 106' Sloop Clearwater, recognized as America’s
Environmental Flagship, on the Hudson River and New York Harbor. Clearwater’s
unique approach to public outreach has made the sloop a symbol of grassroots action
through hands-on learning, activism, and celebration.
