Grant & Contracting Manager

About Family Services

Family Services is a nonprofit organization committed to Protecting, Healing, and Caring for children and families across Northeast Wisconsin. We provide vital support during life's most challenging moments, helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive.

We are seeking a skilled Grant & Contracting Manager to join our agency's Philanthropy & Communication team. This full‑time role is responsible for supporting grant development and leading contract administration to ensure accuracy, compliance, and strong stewardship of the agency's contract funding and partnerships.

• Research, identify, and evaluate new grant opportunities that advance the agency's mission and program priorities.
• Craft compelling, mission‑driven narratives that translate program impact into clear, persuasive stories, using data and real‑world outcomes to inspire funders and strengthen grant proposals and reports, collaborating with internal teams to gather data, program details, and performance metrics.
• Monitor grant timelines, application workflows, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations to support successful awards and renewals in database.
• Prepare, review, and manage contracts and agreements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with agency policies and legal requirements.
• Oversee governmental billing processes, ensuring timely submission, accurate invoicing, and proper payment reconciliation.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Accounting Manager and cross‑departmental teams as needed.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with program leaders, finance, and administrative staff.

Education:

• Associate degree in business administration, finance, or related field or equivalent experience. (Required)
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or related field. (Preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in grant writing, contract administration, billing, or a similar administrative role. (Required)
• 3–5 years of experience in grant writing, governmental billing, and/or contract administration. (Preferred)

Skills and

Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook) and contract management software.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative in identifying and solving problems with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tracking data and documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Family Services offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day and help advance our mission to Protect, Heal, and Care. Apply today to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others!