Associate Director, Institutional Giving - Government Grants

Job Description

Organizational Summary

Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For 128 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.

Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement's current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Services (including after school programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community Partnership, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year.

Position: Associate Director, Institutional Giving - Government Grants

Department: Development

Reports to: Director of Individual Giving and Operations

Hours: Full-time

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

FLSA: Exempt

Location: On-site, with the potential for some remote work.

Position Summary:

Union Settlement seeks a detail-oriented and strategic Associate Director of Institutional Giving and Government Grants to lead our government funding portfolio. This role will focus on drafting, submitting, and managing all city, state, and federal contract proposals, ensuring timely compliance, and maintaining up-to-date records across various public sector portals. The Associate Director will also partner with program and finance teams to monitor deliverables, track reporting requirements, and support foundation and corporate fundraising strategies in collaboration with the broader institutional giving team.

This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organized development professional with deep knowledge of government grants and contracts, excellent writing skills, and a commitment to mission-driven work.

Responsibilities

Government Funding & Compliance (Primary Focus - 80%)

• Lead the full lifecycle of government contract proposals, including drafting, submission, and renewals for city, state, and federal opportunities.
• Collaborate with the COO to ensure compliance with all government regulations and contract terms, including documentation, performance metrics, and budget tracking.
• In collaboration with the COO and the Executive Director of Business Operations, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, maintain and update relevant web portals such as SAM.gov, NYC PASSPort, State Financial Systems, and similar platforms.
• Partner with finance, and program teams to submit all required reports and documentation in a timely and accurate manner, including partnering with facilities and other departments on construction projects ensuring compliance with grant deliverables.
• Serve as the organization's internal expert on government grant processes, staying current on evolving compliance requirements and regulations.
• Track contract deliverables, reporting deadlines, and payments in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Cross-Sector Institutional Giving (20%)

• Support the Associate Director of Institutional Giving (Foundations and Corporations) in drafting proposals for general institutional funding opportunities.
• Provide government-related data and insights for inclusion in foundation and corporate grants.
• Support the team in identifying aligned government and institutional funding opportunities that further programmatic goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 5+ years progressively responsible development experience, with demonstrable results across multiple streams of funding.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, strategies, and trends in the non-profit sector.
• Five plus years' experience with donor databases, Salesforce preferred.
• Experience in establishing and institutionalizing donor database best practices.
• Passion for the organization's mission and genuine commitment to its values. Familiarity with social service programs and a strong desire to help improve the lives of the residents in East Harlem.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, challenging, constantly changing environment. .
• Overall flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A dedicated work ethic, diligence, and readiness to be a hands-on team member helping foster a collaborative and goal driven environment.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Suite experience is essential.
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Suite. Preference for advanced skills in Excel, data analysis and creating data visualizations.
• Knowledge of East Harlem community strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally

CO R E CO M P E T E N C IE S

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement's goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team accountable to the same standard

Union Settlement's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.