Grant Program Manager – Arts Organizations

• Manage the complete grant lifecycle for assigned Kansas Arts Commission grant programs
• Develop application guidelines, program materials, and evaluation criteria for organizational grants
• Determine eligibility, review applications, and provide technical assistance to applicants
• Recruit, train, and manage grant review panelists; coordinate and facilitate panel meetings; document recommendations and decisions
• Create and process grant contracts for approved applicants
• Provide technical assistance to grantee organizations and review payment requests
• Monitor grantee compliance and review interim and final reports
• Close out grants by confirming requirements, processing final payments, and documenting outcomes and impact
• Coordinate Poetry Out Loud and collaborate on arts education initiatives
• Develop and deliver professional development, workshops, seminars, training, and capacity-building resources
• Facilitate networking opportunities and research best practices in arts organization management
• Build relationships with arts organizations across Kansas and represent the agency at arts-related events
• Conduct regional meetings and listening sessions and address barriers to arts participation
• Serve as agency accessibility coordinator and implement accessibility policies and practices
• Guide grantees on accessibility requirements and monitor compliance with ADA and NEA regulations
• Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator on program promotion
• Maintain grant process and outcome documentation and promote best practices
• Deliver quarterly grant program reports and communicate regularly with constituents
• Report to the Division Director

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or significant experience in arts administration or grants administration
• Understanding of the needs and challenges of individual artists and arts organizations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Availability Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time, with responsive availability and regular communication checks
• Reliable internet connection, laptop or computer, and telephone suitable for remote work
• Ability to travel occasionally within Kansas, with limited out-of-state travel approved in advance
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in arts administration, an artistic discipline, or a related field
• Preferred: Five or more years of experience in arts administration
• Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of grant management processes
• Preferred: Familiarity with the Kansas not-for-profit arts community
• Preferred: Experience with panel review processes
• Preferred: Expertise in arts and health or wellness, public art programs, filming in Kansas, creative districts, arts and the military or veterans, arts and tourism, rural communities, or Native American affairs
• Submit a current resume or CV, cover letter, three professional references, and all available certifications

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in grant management processes, including the complete grant lifecycle, compliance monitoring, and technical assistance for grantees. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential for collaborating with arts organizations and facilitating professional development initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Grant Management Processes
• Arts Administration
• Technical Assistance
• Communication Skills
• Panel Review Processes

Hard Skills

• Grant Lifecycle Management
• Application Guidelines Development
• Evaluation Criteria Creation
• Compliance Monitoring
• Report Documentation

Soft Skills

• Excellent Written Communication
• Excellent Verbal Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Independent Work

Industry Keywords

• Kansas Arts Commission
• Arts Organizations
• ADA Compliance
• NEA Regulations
• Arts Education Initiatives

Tools & Technologies

• Remote Work Tools
• Grant Management Software