Grants Manager

Grants Manager

• In-person (Lowell, MI), remote, or hybrid

The Grants Manager will turn the NCTA’s goals into tangible impact. You will lead the full grant lifecycle: Researching opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and writing winning proposals. Beyond the application, you will oversee project implementation and reporting to ensure long-term trust with funders. Acting as a bridge between vision and execution, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform trail projects into fundable realities and serve as a primary ambassador to foundation and corporate partners. Working with NCTA directors, you will have a collaborative role in the governmental grant process.

Core Responsibilities

• Research grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies
• Strategic focus on engaging stakeholders in prospecting plans across the Trail’s eight states.
• Write and edit persuasive grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting materials
• Understand complex and varied requirements
• Manage grant calendars, submission deadlines, and documentation
• Collaborate with Chapters, partners, program, development, and finance teams to develop accurate budgets and narratives
• Ensure compliance with funder guidelines and application protocols
• Track funding status and maintain grant records in CRM and tracking systems
• Support post-award reporting, outcome tracking, and renewal applications

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience writing successful grant proposals
• Familiarity with nonprofit programs, evaluation metrics, and research
• Familiarity with the benefits of outdoor recreation and trails
• Strong persuasive writing skills and technical writing
• Adept at navigating hybrid work environments
• Familiarity with public and private foundations that fund organizations like NCTA. This includes experience with state and federal grants.

View the full position description and apply through Indeed. The application window will close on May 4.