Director, Grant Development

About Us:

• If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

Salary: $70,000 - $73,000

Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

$15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

Employee Assistance Program

Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

Tuition reimbursement program

Training and career development.

Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

The Director, Grant Development leads the organization's strategic grant-seeking efforts to secure funding that advances Metropolitan Ministries' mission and vision. This role is responsible for prospect research, proposal development, and cross-departmental collaboration to grow diversified revenue streams. The Director is both a hands-on grant writer and a leader who coaches staff, cultivates funder relationships, and drives innovation in grant strategy.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership
• Lead the organization's grant development strategy in alignment with mission and funding priorities to meet the grant revenue annual goal.
• Work closely with Advancement, Grants Management, and program leaders to set goals, align funding opportunities, and ensure a coordinated approach to grant seeking.
• Facilitate regular cross-team meetings to support communication and collaboration.
• Prospect Research & Pipeline Development
• Identify and evaluate new grant opportunities from public and private sources.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and potential funders.
• Maintain and manage an up-to-date grant calendar and ensure real-time tracking of grant status and projections.
• Proposal Development & Writing
• Lead the creation of competitive, compelling grant proposals that meet funder requirements and deadlines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop clear program designs, measurable outcomes, and accurate budgets.
• Integrate emerging tools and technologies, including AI, to enhance grant development efficiency and quality.
• Team Leadership & Management
• Oversee quality control for all proposals before submission.
• Supervise and support the Grant Writer and any additional staff or contractors.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure quality and consistency in all submissions.
• Maintain and update clear policies and procedures for grant development. Assure internal and external MM stakeholders are aware of and understand policies and procedures.
• Data, Reporting, & Compliance
• Update the organization's Enterprise Revenue Data System (Virtuos) with accurate, timely information.
• Follow established processes for communicating grant awards to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all government regulations and ethical standards in grant development.
• Organizational Support & Materials Development
• Create program descriptions, one-pagers, and other materials to support fundraising and communication efforts across teams.
• Contribute to organizational knowledge by staying current on grant-making trends, funding priorities, and sector best practices.
• Mission Alignment & Culture
• Champion the mission, vision, and values of Metropolitan Ministries.
• Foster a collaborative, solutions-focused environment that supports organizational goals and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Professional Development
• Continually expands personal non-profit and grant knowledge by staying abreast of changing regulations and trends, including trends in grantmaking across sectors.
• Identify organizational capacity trends in grant making and work with VP of Program Innovation to implement strategies to improve outcomes as applicable.

Education and Experience:

Minimum bachelor's degree and 5+ years of nonprofit grant writing and development or related experience. Demonstrated history of securing government grants preferred.

Skills Requirements:

Understand and utilize Sanctuary (Trauma Informed Care) throughout role. Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong attention to detail. Working knowledge of AI, Virtuos or other donor database tracking software, Web-based research tools, Microsoft Office, and Monday. Ability to effectively use computer equipment: monitor, keyboard, mouse and other computer-related peripherals. Self-motivated ability to multitask/manage many projects simultaneously, and shift priorities as needed, work independently and also be a team player. Works well under pressure and meets deadlines.

Demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to handle job related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner.

Physical Requirements:

Physical, emotional and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress. Must be able to operate all components of a computer (keyboard, monitor, etc.) for several hours at a time. Must be comfortable working in a deadline-driven department.

Other:

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required, particularly for critical proposal deadlines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at or via email at

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