Uncommon Schools
Associate Manager, Institutional & Government Grant Writer
New York, NY, United States
Sponsorship not specified$83k-$97kDetected 4 days ago
Project ManagementScientific WritingResearchCollaborationMentoring
About the role
- Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
- Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.
- We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple grant timelines, ensuring all submissions are complete and on time
- Coordinate internal inputs and approvals to support high-quality submissions
- Research & Funding Strategy Support
- Support the development of strategic approaches to pursue new funding sources
- Maintain organized records of opportunities, submissions, and outcomes
- Partner with internal teams to gather information needed for proposals and reports
- Build strong working relationships across internal departments to support efficient information flow
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- 3 to 5 years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, persuasive, and well-structured content
- Experience working with data and translating it into accessible narratives
Nice to have
- Experience writing institutional or government grants
- Experience collaborating across teams to gather information and meet shared goals
- Not sure you meet every qualification?
- We encourage you to apply-we're excited to learn what you bring.
- Our people are what make us Uncommon.
- The full compensation range for this role is $82,500-$97,000.
- Typically, new hires who fully meet all qualifications listed in the job description will start at $87,300.
- Starting compensation below this reflects candidates with less experience or qualifications.
Compensation
- The full compensation range for this role is $82,500-$97,000.
- Typically, new hires who fully meet all qualifications listed in the job description will start at $87,300.
- Starting compensation below this reflects candidates with less experience or qualifications.
- Compensation determinations consider relevant professional experience and tenure with Uncommon Schools.
- Additionally, because we value internal growth and tenure, current staff members are not subject to salary caps within this range.
Benefits
- 19 days of paid time off
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
- 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
- Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and health saving accounts
Company info
- Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond.
- Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
- You know how to turn impact into funding.
- As Associate Manager, Institutional & Government Grant Writer, you will translate Uncommon Schools' work into clear, compelling proposals that secure critical funding for our mission.
- You will partner closely with program, finance, and development teams to gather insights, shape narratives, and ensure every submission is accurate, timely, and aligned to funder priorities.
- This role sits at the center of our fundraising efforts, helping to sustain and grow the resources that power our schools.
- We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.
Equal opportunity
- If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
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