Job Description:

Grants ManagerReports to: Chief Development OfficerStatus: Full-Time, Exempt Supervisory Responsibilities: NoThe Grants Manager is a member of the development team and oversees all aspects of our grant-seeking and grant management activities. The Grants Manager will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, preparing grant proposals, managing grant budgets and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing and administration, excellent communication skills and a passion for the arts, music in particular. Primary responsibilities:·        Develop a thorough knowledge of the Nashville Symphony - its mission, history, culture, vision, programs and governance structure and is able to clearly communicate its mission and needs·        Create and implement a comprehensive foundationgovernmentcorporate grant development plan and budget, engaging with colleagues to identify needs, opportunities and funding budgets ·        Manage the existing government and foundations portfolio and grants calendar ·        Research, identify and pursue potential new grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations and other funding sources·        Write and prepare grant proposals, applications and reports; ensure timely submission of all grant requests and reports ·        Collaborate across organization to gather information and data for proposals and advise management on opportunities ·        Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting deadlines ·        Provide status reports to Chief Development Officer, Senior Staff and others as appropriate ·        Monitor and evaluate grant-funded programs and projects to assess impact and effectiveness ·        Create year-end reporting for both internal and external audiences ·        Stay informed about trends and best practices in grant writing and fundraising  Additional responsibilities: ·        Manage charitable solicitation permit application process ·        Manage organizational overview and narratives on , and Charity Navigator, and other web sites as needed·        Leads research strategy and procedures, including support for prospecting for individuals, corporate and foundation leads·        Assume responsibility for special projects or other activities as directed by the Chief Development Officer and Vice President of Development ·        Stay informed of local, state and federal news as it pertains to arts funding, communicates news, participates in arts advocacy effortsactivities·        Other duties as assigned  Requirements and qualifications:·        Bachelor's degree required ·        Two to three years experience in grant writing or comparable writing-intensive profession; experience in a cultural arts organization or nonprofit sector preferred ·        Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills; ability to handle multiple projects and priorities ·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant management software (e.g. Fluxx, Foundant) ·        Passion for the arts and commitment to the mission of Nashville Symphony Tips: Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.