Grants Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

ZACH is a non-profit organization that creates intimate theatre experiences that ignite the imagination, inspire the spirit, and engage the community.

As Austin’s leading professional producing theatre, ZACH employs more than 250 actors, musicians, and designers annually to create its own diverse array of nationally recognized plays and musicals that are timely and relevant to Central Texas audiences, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley and Managing Director Jamie Herlich.

Each year, ZACH serves over 125,000 Central Texans over 55,000 of which are children and youth who participate in our education and outreach programs, as well as inspiring camps and classes.

The Grants Manager is responsible for achieving ZACH Theatre’s fundraising goals from Foundation and Government entities.

They undertake research, cultivate relationships, prepare proposals and applications, solicit support, generate reports and acknowledgements, and provide appropriate stewardship to ensure sustained philanthropic investment.

In collaboration with the Director of Development, the Grants Manager is responsible for building strategic relationships, leveraging ZACH leadership and the board, to secure funding.

The Grants Manager serves as a collaborative member of the Development team and coordinates across internal departments to raise and steward contributed income.Requirements :

GRANTS

• Research and identify potential institutional funding sources aligned with ZACH Theatre's mission and programs
• Develop compelling letters of inquiry, grant proposals and reports to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies
• Customize proposals to match the specific priorities and requirements of each funding opportunity
• Works collaboratively with other departments to develop and submit project budgets as well as collect data for evaluations and proposals

STEWARDSHIP AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

• Collaborate with the Director of Development to leverage ZACH leadership and the board to build relationships with foundation and civic leaders that advance fundraising priorities
• Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective Foundation and Government Funders through regular communication, meetings, and site visits
• Work collaboratively with program staff to provide accurate and compelling information about ZACH's programs in reports and impact communications.
• Ensure fulfillment of funders benefits, collaborating across teams to ensure accurate recognition, compelling experiences, and ticket fulfillment
• Partner with team members to create and administer individualized stewardship plans for funders, tailoring engagement opportunities to their interests and giving
• Maintain accurate records and pull reports in Tessitura database
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in institutional giving and philanthropy
• Assume duties shared by all department members when needed, including rotating assignment of staffing the donor lounge and other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• 4+ years general fundraising experience with increasing level of responsibility
• 2+years of experience in corporate and / or foundation giving preferred.
• 2 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree in arts administration, communications, business, marketing, theatre or another arts discipline, public relations, English or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Demonstrated success securing corporate, foundation, government, and in-kind contributions, including philanthropic and sponsorship gifts
• In-depth knowledge of the grant process, including researching, planning and assessment, writing, contracts and reporting
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Demonstrated organizational, planning, and budgeting skills
• Experience successfully managing multiple projects with overlapping deadlines
• Comfortable representing ZACH in dealings with business leaders, government officials, board members, and similarly high profile individuals
• An enthusiasm for theatre and arts experiences that serve ZACH’s community
• Ability to perform all work with a direct reflection of the vision, mission, and values of ZACH Theatre

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

This is a campus-based role with the flexibility to work hybrid-remote. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to lift, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 20 lbs repeatedly, either alone or with assistance
• Ability to work in a busy office environment, perform work on a computer, talk on the phone, and interact with patrons / external parties
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to work with a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as scheduled
• The noise level in this work environment is typically moderate and can be high.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS :

Reports to : Director of Development

Supervises (if any) : None

Supports : None

Peer collaboration / communicates with : Organization leadership as needed including artistic, production, youth programming, marketing and general management

ZACH is committed to ensuring an equitable and inclusive workforce and we strive for a team that reflects Austin’s diverse culture.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, sex or age.

No phone calls, please.