Competitive Grants Manager
Quick answer
Foundation Academies is hiring an in-office Competitive Grants Manager in Trenton, New Jersey, paying $55k-$75k to oversee the full lifecycle of public grant funding and development.
- Role
- Competitive Grants Manager
- Organization
- Foundation Academies
- Location
- Trenton, New Jersey
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $55,000–$75,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Foundation Academies is seeking a strategic Competitive Grants Manager to lead the organization's public grants strategy and manage the full grant lifecycle. The role involves identifying federal, state, and local funding opportunities, writing compelling proposals, and ensuring grant compliance. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments to turn innovative educational initiatives into funded impact. This position offers the opportunity to support Trenton's largest K-12 charter school network in its mission to expand educational opportunities.
What you'll do
- Identify and pursue competitive federal, state, and local grant opportunities.
- Lead the development, writing, and submission of high-quality grant proposals.
- Manage grant reporting, compliance, and deliverable tracking throughout the lifecycle.
- Collaborate with finance and school leadership to develop fundable initiatives and budgets.
- Maintain a robust grants pipeline, funding calendar, and proposal schedule.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in securing and managing federal and state grants.
- Demonstrated success writing competitive grant proposals for education or workforce development.
- Knowledge of New Jersey public funding streams and Uniform Guidance requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and grant management systems.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, 403b retirement account with 25% matching, financial wellness advising, disability benefits, professional development, smartphone with fully paid wireless plan, laptop, and generous leave policy including 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 30 paid holiday observances.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and what is the work setup?
This role is based at Foundation Academies in Trenton, New Jersey, and is an in-office position.
What is the compensation for this role?
The pay rate for this position is $55,000 to $75,000 per year.
What are the core qualifications needed?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in grant writing and management, preferably within the education sector.
How to apply
Apply directly on Foundation Academies's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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