The Opportunity

Join us in building a more inclusive world at Braille Institute of America. We are undertaking one of the most transformative initiatives in our history, planning our next century of success in serving the blind and visually impaired communities.

Through our 2024-2025 strategic planning process, we identified the next generation opportunities to advance critical initiatives in areas such as customer research; the expansion and transformation of current programs and services; the development of new nationally and internationally accessible programs; the creation of dynamic new strategic partnerships; and the alignment of our mission, strategy, and resources.

If you are ready to join a dynamic organization transforming the lives of individuals experiencing vision loss, we want you on our team.


Who We Are

At Braille Institute, we are driven by a shared purpose: to serve the blind and low vision community. We come together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, finding fulfillment in the impact we create. We believe in fostering a culture that is collaborative, inclusive, and flexible.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, valuing both personal and professional fulfillment. Here, you'll find an environment that supports your well-being while providing opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive alongside colleagues who are sighted and visually impaired.

Join us in embracing technology and innovation as we shape the future of accessibility and positively transform the lives of those with vision loss.


Job Description

Submitting a cover letter is required for this position.

Attention: Naaman Cordova

Job Summary: Our development team transforms lives impacted by vision loss through the power of philanthropy. We make Braille Institute’s free life-changing services accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world.

The Grants Manager is a liaison between the Braille Institute and its institutional funders. This person serves as the primary grant writer, manages funder relationships, and produces reports. This position requires strong writing, data analysis, relationship-building, program budgeting, and project management skills, with an emphasis on outcome measurement.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Director of Development-Institutional Giving, research, prepare, and submit institutional (corporate and foundation) letter of intent, proposals for funding, and donor reports.
• Track institutional giving against personal grant goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with 40 or more funders.
• Follow all requirements and deadlines for grant applications.
• Maintain internal grants calendar and ongoing updates in Salesforce (Non-Profit Success Package) database.
• Stay current on established organization and departmental goals, strategies, and budgets.
• Perform other duties as assigned. As the organization continues to evolve, duties or tasks may change without impacting the overall Job Description.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.


Knowledge and Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A four-year college degree is desirable. Strong knowledge of standard office computer software required. Salesforce experience is required.


Experience: Position requires at least two years of comparable nonprofit writing and grant management.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Must be a strong writer and self-starter.
• Ability to focus on several projects simultaneously.
• Strong computer skills, including use of word, excel, and power point.
• At least two years of comparable writing or related grants experience.
• Grant writing certificate (preferred but not required).
• Ability to travel on occasion to funder meetings, conferences, events, and other Braille Institute of America offices.
• Bilingual/Spanish is a plus.

Experience level:

• Two years of professional nonprofit writing and/or grants management.
• Grant management: 2 years (Required).
• Grant writing: 2 years (Required).
• Salesforce: 1 year (Required).
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required).

Work Environment: Position works in a standard office environment, hybrid work schedule.


Physical Requirements: Position operates with standard office equipment. The ability to travel to regional offices, fundraising events and conferences may be required.


Salary: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Braille Institute is an equal opportunity employer (EEOC). We offer an excellent environment and a comprehensive benefits package. Qualified candidates should send their resume and cover letter.


Job Type: Full-time.


‍Schedule:

• M-F, 9 AM – 5 PM, occasional evenings or weekends to attend programs and events.
• This role requires traveling to Riverside County, Orange County, and the Coachella Valley 25% of the time each month.
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Work setting:

• In-person, office-based.
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Language:

• English.

How To Apply  

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