Fund Development & Grants Manager

DescriptionSunCoast Blood Centers is seeking a strategic and mission-driven Fund Development & Grants Manager responsible for leading and coordinating the organization’s fundraising, grant development, philanthropic partnerships, and community funding initiatives. This role is responsible for identifying, securing, and managing funding opportunities through federal, state, local, corporate, foundation, and community-based sources in support of SunCoast Blood Centers’ mission of bringing people together to save lives through innovative blood services and therapies.The Fund Development & Grants Manager develops and manages grant proposals, funding campaigns, sponsorship initiatives, gifts-in-kind partnerships, and donor engagement strategies designed to expand organizational capacity and community impact. This position works collaboratively with executive leadership, finance, marketing, operations, and community stakeholders to strengthen external partnerships, support strategic growth initiatives, and secure sustainable funding opportunities.This position plays a critical role in supporting organizational sustainability, community engagement, emergency preparedness initiatives, healthcare access efforts, and strategic mission advancement throughout the communities served by SunCoast Blood Centers.Essential Job FunctionsGrant Development and Funding AdministrationResearch, identify, and pursue federal, state, local, corporate, and foundation grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities and strategic initiatives.Prepare, coordinate, and submit grant proposals, applications, budgets, supporting documentation, and funding narratives.Monitor grant compliance requirements, reporting deadlines, deliverables, and funding restrictions.Coordinate with finance and operational departments to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of grant expenditures and program outcomes.Maintain grant calendars, funding pipelines, reporting schedules, and application timelines.Identify and assist leadership in pursuing appropriations, public funding opportunities, and healthcare infrastructure investment initiatives.Develop and maintain relationships with grant agencies, community foundations, governmental entities, and funding partners.Support organizational efforts to position SunCoast Blood Centers as critical healthcare infrastructure within emergency preparedness, healthcare access, and community resilience initiatives.Community Campaigns and Gifts-in-Kind PartnershipsCoordinate community fundraising campaigns and donor engagement initiatives supporting organizational priorities and mission awareness.Develop partnerships supporting gifts-in-kind donations including supplies, services, sponsorships, equipment, and operational resources.Coordinate solicitation, documentation, valuation, tracking, and acknowledgement of in-kind contributions in accordance with organizational and financial reporting requirements.Collaborate with businesses, healthcare partners, vendors, and community organizations to support mission-focused campaigns and events.Additional ResponsibilitiesRegular, reliable, and timely attendance is essential.Perform other related duties as assigned in support of SunCoast Blood Centers’ mission, vision, and operational needs.CORE COMPETENCIESStrategic ThinkingRelationship ManagementCommunication and InfluenceInitiative and AccountabilityProject and Time ManagementMission and Community FocusFinancial StewardshipCollaboration and TeamworkAdaptability and Problem SolvingProfessionalism and Ethical ConductPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, walk, and engage in community activities for extended periods.Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds.Ability to travel locally for meetings, community events, donor engagement activities, and organizational initiatives.WORK ENVIRONMENTPrimarily office-based with frequent community engagement and external partnership activities.Local travel may be required to attend meetings, events, grant-related activities, and donor engagement opportunities.Occasional evening and weekend work may be required based on fundraising campaigns, grant deadlines, organizational events, and community activities.Bottom of FormEQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND WORKPLACE COMMITMENTEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)SunCoast Blood Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic.Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)SunCoast Blood Centers is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to initiate the interactive process.At-Will Employment DisclaimerEmployment with SunCoast Blood Centers is on an at-will basis, which means either the employee or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.Application ProcessInterested applicants may apply through the SunCoast Blood Centers website or as otherwise directed.DisclaimerThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list and may be revised at any time to reflect organizational needs.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducationBachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Healthcare Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred.Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.ExperienceMinimum five (5) years of experience in grant development, fundraising, nonprofit development, donor relations, sponsorship development, or public funding administration required.Experience preparing and managing federal, state, and local grant applications strongly preferred.Experience with healthcare, nonprofit, public health, emergency preparedness, or mission-driven organizations preferred.Experience managing donor databases, grant tracking systems, CRM platforms, or fundraising software preferred.Experience developing sponsorship packages, community campaigns, or philanthropic partnerships preferred.Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesStrong grant writing, proposal development, and technical writing skills.Strong relationship-building and donor engagement capabilities.Knowledge of grant compliance requirements, reporting obligations, and funding administration processes.Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, reporting requirements, and funding priorities simultaneously.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and organizational leadership levels.Ability to represent SunCoast Blood Centers professionally within community, governmental, donor, and stakeholder environments.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, reporting platforms, CRM systems, donor databases, and grant tracking tools.Preferred CertificationsCertified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.Grant Professional Certification (GPC) preferred.Certificate in Fund Raising Management (CFRM) or related certification preferred.