Grant Proposal & Stewardship Manager Job at Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

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  • Junior Achievement of Wisconsin
  • Milwaukee, WI

Job Description

Title: Grant Proposal & Stewardship Manager

Area: Southeast Wisconsin, Milwaukee location (Hybrid – 60% Onsite)

Reports to: Vice President of Statewide Philanthropy

Status: Full-time, Salaried

Salary Range: $64,000 - $68,000 per year

A Powerful Purpose

At Junior Achievement of Wisconsin , we believe in the boundless potential of young people. As a trusted education partner, we reach over 100,000 K–12+ students annually with hands-on learning experiences in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship . Our mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed—and we’re just getting started.

We’re seeking passionate, purpose-driven professionals to join our collaborative and inclusive team. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Wisconsin’s youth, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As Grant Proposal & Stewardship Manager , you’ll be a key driver of our philanthropic success. With a 500% increase in grant funding over the past five years, we’re looking for a strategic and detail-oriented professional to help us sustain and grow this momentum.

You’ll manage the full grant lifecycle—from identifying prospects and writing compelling proposals to reporting outcomes and stewarding funder relationships. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is passionate about connecting funders with meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Craft approximately 100 persuasive grant proposals, letters of intent, and reports aligned with JA’s mission and funder priorities annually.
  • Collaborate with program and finance teams to define goals, outcomes, and budgets.
  • Maintain a comprehensive grant calendar and integrate it into organizational systems.
  • Identify and research new funding opportunities.
  • Build and nurture relationships with corporate and foundation partners.
  • Support key events and donor engagements in the Southeast Region.
  • Track grant performance and ensure compliance with funder expectations.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, Journalism, Social Work, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of grant writing and management experience.
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management tools.
  • Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and ability to travel locally.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role , requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite per week , once successfully trained. You’ll also attend off-site meetings and events, occasionally outside of standard business hours.

Why Join Junior Achievement?

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization with a statewide impact.
  • Work alongside passionate professionals and community leaders.
  • Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work culture.
  • Help shape the future of Wisconsin’s youth through education and opportunity.

Job Tags

Full time, 3 days per week,

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