Grants Director

The Education Foundation of Alachua County

Organization Description: The Education Foundation of Alachua County is a 501(c)3 organization located in Gainesville, FL. Our mission is to invest in the future of Alachua County Public School Students. The Education Foundation works closely with the Alachua County Public School district to fundraise and create programming which meets the needs of students and teachers in Alachua County.

Position Goal: Supports The Foundation's mission to identify needs and secure support for Alachua County Public Schools through grant writing and grant program management.

Job Summary: Responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of agency grant portfolio and reporting (currently 30 grants – some of which are one-page applications for $5,000 and others are complex programs requiring committees and teams to administer). This includes the Children's Trust of Alachua County mentoring grant, and the School District Education Foundation Matching Grant program through grant writing, sub-grant management, and teacher communication to oversee the distribution of approximately $140,000 in teacher programs. This matching grant program involves outreach to teachers, explanation of the grant cycle process, grading, and distribution of 30 subgrants per year to local teachers. This person will serve as a liaison between The Education Foundation's key stakeholders and the Teachers and Staff of the Alachua County Public Schools, as well as board members, donors, and the community at large.

Key Attributes and Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate:

•  A highly resourceful, self-starter with exceptional written and verbal communication skills who can manage multiple grants simultaneously from conception to completion.

•  Possess three years of experience in grants management and program development with a demonstrated capacity to manage multiple processes and timelines.

•  Ability to demonstrate flexibility of approach and to work effectively as a team.

•  Possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are essential to success.

•  Hold a bachelor's degree in an appropriate field.

•  Experienced user of MS Office, Outlook, Word and Excel, Google Docs including surveys, and Facebook/Instagram.

•  Event management expertise.

•  Project management expertise.

Physical Requirements:

Tasks require the ability to exert somewhat strenuous effort in work involving moderate physical activity typically involving some combination of standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, kneeling, climbing, balancing, bending, crouching or twisting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must occasionally lift and carry, push and pull up to 40 pounds. Manual dexterity is often required. Tasks involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, some tasks regularly require oral communication ability; the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds; and the ability to perceive and discriminate odors; most tasks require visual perception and discrimination and the ability to distinguish color.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as outdoor weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Complete all grant information associated with the School District Matching Grant through the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations (CFEF) regarding our Catalyst for Change program and all other grants associated with the CFEF and other entities; ensuring strategic planning and grant deliverables are met.

2. Research and submit foundation grants that focus on filling budget gaps that current funding streams will not cover. Work with the Executive Director to develop grant proposals.

3. Create and maintain relationships with Alachua County Public Schools' key personnel.

4. Oversee grant budgets.

5. Assist with agency communication and traditional marketing, and collateral design, especially regarding grant data and deliverables.

6. Assist the Executive Director in cultivating and communicating with grantors and donors.

7. Use strong writing, grammar, spelling, and interpersonal communication skills to develop collateral materials.

8. Plan events/participate in planning key events associated with grant activities such as ACTLC Roundtable, Recruitment, ElevatEd, and ceremonies.

Secondary Job Duties:

9. Conduct educational community presentations and trainings on The Education Foundation and program services as needed/requested.

10. Stay current with agency programs, services, and procedures and with state laws and education initiatives.

11. Act as a representative of the agency at community meetings, programs, or events.

12. Attend staff meetings, management team meetings, board of directors meetings, and training as needed.

13. Follow the guidelines of the agency as outlined in agency policy manuals.

14. Complete other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

All Employees Are Expected to Demonstrate a Commitment to:

•  Growth mindset

•  Professional ethics and standards

•  Passion for schools, students, learning, and community

•  Flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced environment

•  Protection of confidentiality for students in our programs

Why Join TEFAC?

•  Make a direct and measurable impact on the lives of students and educators in Alachua County.

•  Work alongside a passionate, mission-driven team in a collaborative environment.

•  Play a meaningful leadership role in shaping the financial health and operational future of a growing nonprofit.

•  Gainesville, FL offers an exceptional quality of life — a vibrant university city with a low cost of living, outdoor recreation, and a strong nonprofit and civic community.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the role to Executive Director Tatila Brock-Paul at brocktt@gm.sbac.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Employment Eligibility

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a thorough background check as required by federal, state, and local regulations.

The Education Foundation of Alachua County and Take Stock in Children are equal opportunity employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We encourage all qualified candidates who are passionate about supporting students and strengthening our community to apply.