Global Greengrants Fund is a public foundation that supports grassroots activists and civil society organizations working to address environmental and social justice issues primarily in the global south. Global Greengrants Fund believes that grassroots activism is key to solving seemingly intractable problems and halting cycles of poverty, powerlessness and environmental destruction. Working with an international network of advisors, we help overcome the barriers to grassroots grantmaking by identifying viable and effective organizations and providing small grants to these organizations at minimal cost. These grants offer hope and tap the energy of communities where other sources of support are scant at best, or completely unavailable. In 2009 we awarded nearly 700 grants in more than 100 countries.

Position overview: The Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for the annual revenue raised from institutional and family foundations, which represents approximately 40% of the total annual revenue goal of $5+ million. This position is responsible for all reporting and proposal requirements by foundation donors, managing relationships with foundation personnel, and researching, developing and implementing strategies for new foundation prospects. Outstanding writing skills, attention to detail, knowledge of international socio-environmental issues, and ability to manage to deadline are the key characteristics for success in this position. The position reports to the Deputy Director of Development and Communications, has no direct reports, and is a member of an eight- person Development and Communications team led by the Associate Director.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for the annual revenue goal raised from institutional and family foundations. Responsibilities include:

1. Develop “moves management” goal and strategy for a portfolio of approximately 70 foundation donors and prospects.
2. Primary organizational grant writer – research guidelines, track deadlines and research and write all proposals and reports for foundation donors in portfolio.
3. Manage the organization‟s relationships with foundation program officers and executives through personal relationship development / maintenance and through strategic use of Greengrants senior management when applicable.
4. Keep track of all information learned about, and interactions with, donors and prospects within the donor portfolio and enter that information into the organization‟s electronic (Rasier‟s Edge) and paper donor files in a timely manner. Ensure that information about the donors in the portfolio is complete and accurate in all systems.
3. Develop and maintain up-to-date templates of general support reports and proposals;
4. Develop an expanding pool of specialized proposals and concept papers based on thematic areas, geographic areas or special interests.
5. Participate in affinity-group conferences and other events with a foundation-focus for the purpose of developing new relationships or expanding on existing donor relationships.
4. Development, in close collaboration with Deputy Director of Development, of department budget for foundation revenue.
5. Coordinate foundation sector scans for prospect research and manage prospect pipeline.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree, ideally in Environmental Studies, International Relations, or similar field; Exceptional written communications skills, grant writing experience a strong plus; Strong verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills; General understanding of and interest in international "Global South‟ socio-environmental issues; At least three years of experience in fundraising, ideally working with foundations; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent time management and proven ability to juggle multiple deadlines; Demonstrated experience in MS Office, and database management tools and demonstrated aptitude for learning other software applications; Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously; Ability to work independently and as a team member; Knowledge of Raisers Edge fundraising software a plus; Knowledge of a second language a plus; Occasional travel, domestic and international, required.

Supervisor: Deputy Director of Development and Communications

To apply: Please send cover letter and resume to jobs@greengrants.org and specify "Foundation Relations Manager‟ in the subject line. No phone calls please. Candidates will be notified to schedule an interview if applicable. Position open until filled.