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Senior Grants Manager – Job Posting

Join Us! At Action for Healthy Kids, we don’t just talk about improving student health – we build the networks, tools, and partnerships that make it happen. Join us and take the lead in driving meaningful change that reaches kids, families, and entire school districts.  As Senior Grants Manager, you’ll be at the center of this work, turning ideas into impact by securing the resources that fuel healthier schools and communities. Your efforts will help create lasting change for kids, families, and entire school districts nationwide.

About Us
Action for Healthy Kids is a national nonprofit that partners with school districts, families, and communities to create healthier learning environments where every child can thrive. Our evidence-based programs support nutrition, physical activity, mental health, and risk behavior prevention. To help schools put these practices into action, Action for Healthy Kids offers professional development, technical assistance, and communities of practice that build local capacity and drive lasting change. Learn more at www.actionforhealthykids.org.

About the Role & Work Structure 

As Senior Grants Manager, you will manage the full lifecycle of grants – from prospecting and proposal development to reporting and compliance – while ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and funder priorities. You’ll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to secure funding that drives impact.

Work Structure & Environment 

• Full-time, exempt position
• Remote work location
• Standard business hours (Monday–Friday) with flexibility as needed to collaborate across time zones

Physical Demands

• Primarily desk-based with extended seated work
• Regular computer use and virtual meetings
• Light items typically handled (e.g., notebooks, reports, small equipment)

Travel

• Occasional travel required 

What You’ll Do 

In this role, you’ll lead the full lifecycle of grant development—from identifying opportunities and crafting compelling proposals to ensuring compliance and reporting. You’ll serve as a strategic partner across teams, driving funding initiatives that align with AFHK’s mission and long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and qualify public and private grant opportunities aligned with AFHK’s priorities.
• Lead development of competitive proposals, letters of inquiry, and renewal requests.
• Coordinate timelines and inputs across internal teams for seamless submissions.
• Collaborate with Finance and Program staff on accurate, compliant budgets.
• Track reporting deadlines and prepare compelling interim and final reports.
• Maintain grant records and improve processes for efficiency and quality.

What You’ll Bring to the Role 

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in grant writing and management.
• Proven success securing foundation, corporate, and/or government grants.
• Exceptional writing and project management skills.
• Experience working across departments and with senior leadership.
• Familiarity with grants management systems and CRM platforms.

Preferred: Experience in education, public health, or youth-serving organizations; knowledge of federal/state grants; understanding of evaluation frameworks.

What You’ll Gain at AFHK 

At Action for Healthy Kids, we know that supporting our team is essential to supporting our mission. Here’s how we invest in your success and well-being.

Compensation

• Competitive annual salary: $80,000 –

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with AFHK contributions
• Financial wellness: 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible savings: HRA (HRA with AFHK contributions) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA for dependent care and health)
• Additional protection: Short-term & long-term disability, Basic Life/AD&D – premiums covered by AFHK. Voluntary Life/AD&D available at the employee’s cost.
• Transit & parking accounts (available for Chicago-based employees)

Wellness & Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and professional challenges
• Annual stipends: For wellness, connectivity, and home office setup – because your comfort matters

Time Off & Leave

• Generous PTO: Flexible paid time off to recharge
• Paid parental leave: Support for growing families
• Holiday closures: Enjoy time off during key holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development support: Invest in your learning and career advancement

Equal Opportunity: Action for Healthy Kids is committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor employment visas for this role.

Employment Terms: This role is offered as an at-will position, meaning employment may be terminated by either the employee or employer at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable laws.

Apply here: https://actionforhealthykids.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1687064-199600.html