Grants Manager job in Austin

Core Responsibilities 

• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including reporting deadlines, performance metrics, and financial guidelines. 

• Monitor and track grant-funded activities to ensure alignment with the stated objectives and deliverables. 

• Work with finance staff to track expenditures and ensure proper allocation of grant funds. 

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to funders, including progress updates, financial reports, and evaluation outcomes.  

• Maintain detailed records of grant activities, correspondence, and documentation for audit purposes. 

• Collaborate with Data Team to supply accurate data for reports.  

• Act as the primary point of contact for grant-related inquiries and correspondence with funders. 

• Collaborate with program managers and other staff to ensure all grant activities are effectively implemented. 

• Communicate grant awards and deliverables to stakeholders, including leadership and key staff members. 

General Responsibilities 

• Participate in all required staff meetings and events. 

• Maintain up-to-date calendar and work plan. 

• Utilize – agency-wide systems and protocols for all agency business. 

• Offer at least 24 hours' notice for internal meeting cancellations/rescheduling. 

• Maintain Chain of Support for internal communications. 

• Other responsibilities as assigned. 

Required Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree, with preference in nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field. 

• 3 years or more of experience in grant compliance, administration, or a similar role preferred. 

• Experience with government grant compliance and reporting is ideal but not required.   

Skills and Competencies 

• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills. 

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Knowledge of grant management software and tools is a plus.  

• Familiarity with nonprofit budgeting and financial management practices is a plus. 

Personal Attributes 

• Detail-oriented and highly analytical. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. 

• Independent and strong ability to problem solve. 

• Commitment to the mission and values of ASHwell. 

Direct reports  

NA  

Our Hiring Process 

The start date for this position is April 8, 2025. Applications are due no later than midnight CT on February 7, 2025. We are committed to offering the support, time, and resources necessary to on-board and orient to the role.    

TIMELINE  

• Applications Due February 7, 2025 

• Invitations to Interview: February 19-21 

• Round 1 Interviews: week of March 3-7  

• Round 2 interviews: March 10-13 

• Final interviews: March 17-21 

• Goal date for offers: March 24-28 

• Position start date April 8, 2025  

ASHwell uses a cohort onboarding model. The start date is a group orientation day for hires across the organization. 

EOE STATEMENT 

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, ASHwell is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ2SAI+ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodation to access job openings or to apply for a job is available.