Program Development Manager

Are you a Program Development Manager who relishes working for a collaborative, dynamic team but also enjoys autonomy? Do you enjoy making a direct impact on the bottom-line? Are you a creative Grant Writer?   

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) envisions an NYC where everyone has a roof over their head, is healthy, productive, and can enjoy the social connections that create a life of purpose. S:US works with over 37,000 individuals and their families every year to create pathways to rich and productive lives by offering housing, employment, skills-building, treatment and recovery services. 

Reporting to the Director of New Program Development, the Program Development Manager will lead the development, submission, and tracking of high-quality grant proposals to institutional funders. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Streamlines and manages the proposal application process. Provides information/guidance to Executive Management and program staff and collaborating with them to develop a comprehensive plan for new grant awards.
• Explore new funding opportunities, including analyzing new RFP/RFAs, and researching new grant opportunities.
• Lead the preparation and development of grant proposals.
• Serves as a liaison between S:US and funders before, during and after grant submission.
• Craft high-quality proposal narratives and supporting documents.
• Draft & procure letters of support commitment via strategic partnership development.
• Route proposals for review by leadership and incorporate any feedback and edits.
• Maintains records and files for all grants related documents, including: RFPs, application packages, electronic submission verification, grant award notification, historical data/applications, denial letters, application feedback, and other related grant correspondences
• Track and report grant submissions, applications, and award results.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE: 

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of related professional experience - Master’s degree preferred. 
• Strong written and verbal communication; fluent command of written English  
• Strong project management and organization; basic math and budgeting; Adobe 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with program staff on program development. 
• Experience with grants management and application systems (Grants.gov, ERA, HHS Accelerator, Grants Gateway, etc.) 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage relationships with funders, partners and within the service community. 
• Demonstrated expertise/knowledge in supportive services environments – particularly understanding daily operations and functions of Recovery and Treatment, Housing, and Homeless Services programs. 
• Commitment to the mission and values of S:US  

Come join our team! 

Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays’

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER