Grants Strategy and Compliance Manager

Grants Strategy & Compliance Manager

Reports To: Director of Development & Communications

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Our Mission and Approach:

HomeWoven's mission is to revitalize neighborhoods where individuals and families can thrive for generations. Based in the Omaha metro, we believe that housing is more than just shelter; it's the foundation for health, opportunity, and long-term stability.

We provide various services, including no-cost essential home repairs, homes for those looking to achieve the dream of homeownership, and homebuying assistance explicitly tailored for low- to moderate-income families in the vibrant Omaha metro. We're building a brighter future, one home at a time

Position Summary:

The Grants Strategy & Compliance Manager (GSCM) plays a crucial role in supporting HomeWoven's mission. Working closely with the Director of Development & Communications, this position helps manage funding through grant writing, coordination, and careful compliance with reporting duties. The person in this role will collaborate to identify funding opportunities, keep transparent and accessible records, and build meaningful relationships with funders based on trust and shared goals.

Pre-Grant Responsibilities:

This role helps identify strong funding opportunities, manage proposal workflows, and prepare compelling, data-driven submissions. The GSCM collaborates with program, finance, and leadership staff to gather project details, budgets, timelines, and outcomes. They help maintain an organized pipeline of deadlines, requirements, and documents, ensuring applications are submitted on time, accurately, and aligned with HomeWoven's priorities.

Post-Grant Responsibilities:

Once a grant is awarded, the GSCM supports tracking deliverables, reporting progress, and ensuring compliance with funder expectations. They gather program data, financial information, and homeowner impact stories to create strong reports that reflect HomeWoven's accountability and the real difference funders make. The role helps monitor timelines, update internal teams, and maintain accurate documentation in our systems.

We welcome candidates who bring strong attention to detail, a commitment to equity, and a passion for working in a value-driven organization where fairness, learning, and collective impact are central to our work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grant Writing and Management (50%)

Draft, coordinate, and submit grant proposals that support and promote HomeWoven's mission and community-focused objectives. Assist in each phase of the grant process by monitoring deadlines, collaborating with team members, and ensuring reports and renewals are completed carefully and accurately. Keep a clear, accessible grants calendar and foster relationships with funders based on transparency, trust, and a shared commitment to sustainable housing solutions.

• Compliance and Documentation (30%)

Support adherence to grant agreements, contracts, and regulations by helping the team understand and fulfill all requirements. Keep grant materials, communications, and reports organized and accessible for all team members. Participate in internal audits and funder reviews with transparency and care and help improve policies and practices that support shared accountability, learning, and equity.

• Reporting and Data Coordination (15%)

Work collaboratively with the program and finance teams to gather, review, and interpret the data needed for grant reports. Support consistent and culturally responsive data collection across HomeWoven to ensure that outcomes reflect the lived experiences of the communities we serve. Create clear, accessible summaries that help internal teams and external partners understand our collective impact and make informed decisions.

• Cross-Team Collaboration and Organizational Support (5%)

Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional projects that align with HomeWoven's mission and daily operations. Provide support for development and communications efforts as needed and contribute to special initiatives that strengthen our organization and expand our impact alongside the communities we serve. Your voice, ideas, and involvement are valued parts of our collective progress.

What You Bring:

We understand that people develop skills and knowledge in many ways. If you meet most of the criteria below, we encourage you to apply—even if your background differs from traditional nonprofit roles.

• Lived or professional experience in nonprofit management, public service, community work, or a related area. A bachelor's degree is welcome but not required.
• Experience in grant writing, grant management, or nonprofit compliance, including work with private foundations, corporate funders, and public funding sources. Experience writing or managing federal, state, or municipal grants is beneficial but not mandatory. We value transferable skills and encourage candidates with related or emerging experience to apply.
• At least two years of experience in grant writing, grant management, nonprofit compliance, or similar roles involving funding systems, documentation, and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines carefully.
• Clear, thoughtful communication—both written and spoken—that adjusts to different audiences.
• Comfort using grant tracking systems, CRMs, or databases like Salesforce, Bloomerang, or similar tools; willingness to learn if new to these platforms.

What Success Looks Like:

Success is measured not only by outcomes, but also by the relationships, systems, and shared values that guide our work. The following indicators show how success manifests—through collaboration, care, accountability, and community impact.

• Grant proposals are timely, community-informed, and aligned with shared priorities. Submissions reflect HomeWoven's mission, center the voices of those we serve, and clearly articulate how funding will promote equitable and lasting impact.
• Funder relationships are built on trust, transparency, and mutual respect. Communication with foundation and corporate partners is steady, collaborative, and based on shared values—both new and established relationships are nurtured over time.
• Compliance and reporting practices are thorough, precise, and easy to access. Grant agreements and contract requirements are fulfilled clearly and carefully. Reporting is on time and accurate, highlighting both program outcomes and community impact, with materials well organized and ready for internal and external review.
• Funding partnerships are maintained and open to new opportunities. Renewals are supported by transparent reporting and careful stewardship, while emerging opportunities are identified through curiosity, collaboration, and responsiveness to community needs.
• The GSCM is recognized as a valued contributor. This team member is supported, encouraged, and trusted to share their expertise, perspective, and voice. Their success is fostered through inclusive leadership and shared learning.
• Goals are reached through teamwork, clear communication, and compassion. Teamwide objectives are accomplished using data-driven strategies, shared responsibility, and a culture of reflection and flexibility that values both the process and progress.

Nondiscrimination Policy:

At HomeWoven, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. This includes our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and supporters. We firmly believe in the importance of diversity and equity, so we do not and will not tolerate discrimination in our activities or operations. We stand against bias based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. We strive to create a space where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our mission.

Salary/Benefits Package:

HomeWoven is committed to pay transparency and equity. Salary is determined by a combination of experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. The comprehensive benefits package encompasses health insurance, matching contributions to a 403(B)-retirement plan, and paid time off.

If you're interested in applying, please send your cover letter and resume to Eric Crawford at

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53, $64,936.91 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person