Job Information
EAC Network Grants & Development Manager - External Affairs in Garden City, New York
Grants & Development Manager - External Affairs
Job Details
Job Location
99 Quentin Roosevelt Blvd Suite 200, Garden City, NY, 11530 - Garden City, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
None
Salary Range
$100,000.00 - $100,000.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Category
Human Service
Grants & Development Manager
EAC Network, a not-for-profit social service agency that empowers, assists, and cares for 62,888 people in need through 100 programs across Long Island and NYC, seeks a Grants & Development Manager to work full time for the External Affairs department.
The Grants & Development Manager position is an exempt position at a salary off $100,000 annually. The schedule flexibility at 35 hours per week. Opportunity to work remotely. The office is located in Garden City, NY. The role reports to the Chief External Affair Officer.
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
Medical
Dental
401K
Vision
Very generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & More.
Primary Purpose of Job
The Grants and Development Manager, works cooperatively with the Chief External Affairs Officer to raise money through events, grants, foundations, individuals , and corporations. The Manager will cultivate our current list and create new opportunities with individuals, corporations, foundations and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in event planning, grant writing, relationship-building, and data-driven fundraising strategies.
Measurable Objectives:
Increase the number of grant proposals and or grant funding in comparison to 2024 benchmarks.
Identify and engage in new funding opportunities/ partnerships in order to increase the number of individual and corporate donors in the pipeline in comparison to 2024 benchmarks.
Plan and execute first-ever NYC cultivation event in 2025.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Event Planning.
Support the Chief External Affairs Officer in implementing the organization’s fundraising strategy.
Assist in planning and executing fundraising campaigns, appeals, and events, including EAC Network’s Annual Building Bridges Gala.
Cultivate and steward relationships with funders, donors, and key stakeholders.
Develop content for donor communications, including newsletters, annual reports, and social media posts.
Collaborate with the marketing team to promote EAC Network’s fundraising initiatives.
Grant and Foundation Management.
Research and identify grant opportunities from government, corporations, and foundation sources.
Write compelling grant proposals and funding applications that align with EAC Network’s mission and strategic priorities.
Manage the grant calendar, ensuring all deadlines for proposals, reports, and renewals are met.
Collaborate with program staff to gather data, success stories, and metrics for proposals and reports.
Maintain accurate records of grant activities, reporting requirements, and funder communications.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required
Five years of development experience in grant writing, event planning and/or fundraising. Ability to organize major fundraising events and apply for major grants and sponsorships.
Experience fundraising in NYC is required.
Exceptional relationship-building skills, naturally personable and approachable, with a proven ability to establish trust, cultivate warm, lasting connections, and maintain rapport with donors, funders, and stakeholders.
Must be able to attend events, evenings, and weekends in the Long Island and NYC region.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
The ability to make cold calls, knock on doors, research and meet prospective supporters to tell our story.
Team-oriented mindset and the ability to collaborate with program staff to align funding with organizational needs.
Proficiency in computer applications and online systems such as Microsoft Office, DonorPerfect, Instrumentl, Constant Contact, Authorize.net, spreadsheets, calendar, email, and database software necessary to perform work assignments.
Proactive in identifying, researching, and approaching new funding sources, with a relentless focus on meeting and exceeding fundraising goals.
Possess a valid New York State driver’s license and access to an automobile for local travel and some work outside of business hours.
