Grants Manager

The Grants Manager reports to the Chief Development Officer and leads Mission Graduates’ institutional fundraising work. This role is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of foundation, corporate, and government funders, with an annual revenue goal of over $2M and plans for continued growth. This is both a relationship-driven and execution-focused role with meaningful strategic input. The Grants Manager will manage existing funder relationships and identify and cultivate new funding opportunities.  They will also lead the development of high-quality proposals and reports that clearly communicate Mission Graduates’ impact to current and prospective funders, including foundations, corporations, and public agencies such as the City of San Francisco. The ideal candidate brings strong writing skills, excellent project management, and the ability to translate program outcomes into compelling funding proposals. They are proactive, organized, and comfortable working across teams in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment, with a strong commitment to educational equity. This role works closely with the Chief Development Officer, CEO, program staff, development team, and finance team to align funding strategy with organizational priorities and ensure strong stewardship of all institutional partners.