Grants Manager, Detroit Initiatives

The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We’re united by our culture – a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job – it’s about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.

Whether it is investing capital to create additional jobs, bringing new life to a building or activating a public space, our philosophy is simple: effect positive change in Detroit and the communities we call home. Rock Ventures is a For-More-Than-Profit organization located in the heart of Detroit. Our mission is to strategically vet and pursue opportunities, align interests and provide key services across the affiliated companies, comprising founder and chairman Dan Gilbert's Rock Family of Companies. As a For-More-Than-Profit organization we believe in doing well by doing good. When it comes to doing well by our team members and the communities we operate in, the question is never “are we doing enough?” The question should always be, “what more can we do?” Our organization seeks to attract diverse talent; engage, develop and retain team members; better engage with the community on issues of race, police brutality, equity and inclusion; and share our commitment so that we can drive the conversation forward.  Apply today to jump into a career that means more than just “going to work.” 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or foundation/non-profit management or equivalent work experience 

• Proficiency in Salesforce or similar Grants Management systems

• 2 years of experience in grants management

• Experience in a corporate philanthropy or foundation environment

• Experience with process improvement and creative problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in grants management in a foundation or non-profit setting

• Experience in accounting and audit preparation, evaluating, presenting and reporting financial information

• Experience working in the fields of community development, housing, public life

Job Summary

The Grants Manager for Detroit initiatives oversees all grant portfolios for this pillar of the Foundation. This role collaborates closely with program teams throughout the grant lifecycle including attending team and partner meetings, facilitating grant application review, initiating and reviewing progress reports for budget accuracy and compliance and optimizing the grants administration processes. The role involves training users, processing payments, building reports, and providing technical support to partners. The Grants Manager will also stay informed of industry best practices and contribute to grant application processes and budget development.

Responsibilities

• Act as Grants Manager of 4 grant portfolios; Arts and Culture, Public Space, Housing Stability, Economic Mobility

• Work effectively alongside program teams during the planning, development, and full lifecycle of all Detroit Initiatives grants

• Train all current and new grants database users, act as the go-to resource for technology issues and continually work to enhance the experience of all users

• Develop and oversee terms and conditions for grant agreements and contracts

• Screen applications and maintain a complete electronic database for grants management

• Perform administrative tasks (information management, maintenance of financial aspects of grant files, document destruction, etc.) as needed

• Review all incoming grant applications for their financial requirements, feasibility and practical implementation

• Process payments related to grants/sponsorships and vendors

• Identify and develop strategies to optimize the grants administration process

• Build custom reports and dashboards for different team