Manager Grants Development

Heartland Alliance Health•Chicago, IL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Heartland Alliance Health’s (HAH) mission is to transform healthcare for the most vulnerable – particularly people experiencing homelessness, mental illness or addictions, or struggling with multiple chronic illnesses – improving health for all and the well-being of our community. The Manager of Grants Development is responsible for contributing to all aspects of the organization's resource development strategy, including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding funding from federal, state, and local government sources, private foundations, corporate partners, and individual donors. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of community health programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with a Master’s degree preferred
Experience with writing or managing grants is required.
Experience working in a health care, HRSA, CDPH, or managing public grants.
Ability to write planning documents, reports, grant applications and business correspondence.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and mathematical concepts such as probability, percentages and ratios.
Ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and staff.
Ability to meet deadlines, develop realistic action plans and measurable outcomes, create program budgets, prioritize and plan workload, and use time efficiently.
Ability to interpret scientific, technical and financial reports and government and legal documents.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

Identify and research funding opportunities from government agencies (HRSA, SAMHSA, CDC, state and local sources), private foundations, corporations, and other philanthropic entities
Manage a portfolio of grants throughout the grant lifecycle, including preparing applications, proposals, and reports across multiple funding streams
Create and maintain a grants calendar tracking deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal dates
Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, regulations, and reporting standards
Monitor grant performance metrics and outcomes to demonstrate impact to funders
Write compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, concept papers, and funding requests
Collaborate with clinical, financial, operational, and program staff to develop evidence-based program designs and budgets
Articulate organizational needs, community health data, and program outcomes in clear, persuasive narratives
Prepare grant budgets in coordination with finance department, ensuring accurate cost projections and allowable expenses
Customize proposals to align with specific funder priorities, guidelines, and interests
Research and cultivate relationships with foundation program officers and corporate giving representatives
Prepare briefing materials and talking points for executive leadership meetings with funders
Represent the organization at funder meetings, site visits, and community forums
Develop tailored solicitation strategies for institutional funders based on giving capacity and interests
Design and implement an individual giving program, including annual fund campaigns, major gift solicitation, and planned giving initiatives
Create donor communications, including appeal letters, acknowledgment correspondence, and impact reports
Identify, qualify, and cultivate individual donor prospects through research and relationship building
Partner with board members and leadership to engage donors and secure financial support
Maintain accurate donor records and ensure timely gift acknowledgment and stewardship
Prepare comprehensive grant reports documenting program activities, outcomes, and financial expenditures
Develop impact stories, case studies, and data visualizations to demonstrate program effectiveness
Maintain strong relationships with existing funders through regular communication and transparency
Coordinate funder site visits and presentations showcasing organizational programs and impact
Ensure proper donor recognition through annual reports, website acknowledgment, and special events
Maintain grants management database and donor CRM system with accurate, up-to-date information
Track fundraising metrics including proposal submission rates, success rates, and revenue projections
Generate reports on fundraising activities and outcomes for leadership and board review
Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and ethical fundraising practices
Work closely with executive leadership, finance, clinical, and program teams to align fundraising with organizational priorities
Provide guidance and support to program staff on grant-funded activities and requirements
Serve as staff liaison to board development committee
Supervise development staff and volunteers as the team grows
Participate in strategic planning processes and organizational leadership meetings