Application Guide
How to Apply for Development and Grants Manager
at Forest Stewardship Council Investments & Partnerships (FSC I&P)
🏢 About Forest Stewardship Council Investments & Partnerships (FSC I&P)
FSC Investments & Partnerships is unique as a nonprofit directly supporting the global Forest Stewardship Council's mission to ensure forests are managed responsibly worldwide. Working here means contributing to tangible environmental impact through sustainable forestry while collaborating with an international network dedicated to balancing ecological, social, and economic benefits. The remote-first structure offers flexibility while maintaining connection to their Seattle roots and global initiatives.
About This Role
This Development and Grants Manager role specifically coordinates fundraising for high-profile FSC initiatives, requiring both strategic prospecting and hands-on grant management. You'll directly impact sustainable forestry by securing funding that enables FSC's conservation projects, while managing entire project portfolios from proposal to reporting. Success means ensuring initiatives meet donor expectations while advancing FSC's mission of responsible forest management globally.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve researching new grant opportunities from environmental funders, drafting sections of a proposal for a FSC forest conservation initiative, updating Salesforce with prospect pipeline status, and coordinating with program teams to ensure project deliverables align with grant workplans. You'll likely balance multiple time zones while managing deadlines for upcoming reports and preparing for donor check-ins on active projects.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Forest Stewardship Council Investments & Partnerships (FSC I&P) Is Looking For
- Has 3+ years specifically in nonprofit fundraising with demonstrated experience managing institutional grant pipelines from prospecting to reporting
- Is proficient with Salesforce and Asana (or similar CRMs) for tracking fundraising activities, deadlines, and partner engagement
- Possesses exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to strict workplans, budgets, and timelines
- Can write compelling proposals that align funder guidelines with FSC's specific mission of sustainable forest management and its environmental/social/economic benefits
📝 Tips for Applying to Forest Stewardship Council Investments & Partnerships (FSC I&P)
Quantify your grant management experience: specify how many proposals you've written, total funds secured, and portfolio size you've managed in past roles
Explicitly mention your proficiency with Salesforce and Asana in your resume, as these are listed requirements for tracking fundraising pipelines
Research FSC's current initiatives (like their Global Strategic Plan 2021-2026) and reference how your skills could support specific programs
Highlight any experience with environmental or conservation fundraising, as this aligns directly with FSC's sustainable forestry focus
Demonstrate your understanding of managing donor expectations by describing how you've previously balanced funder requirements with organizational mission
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience managing institutional fundraising pipelines for environmental or conservation initiatives', "How you've successfully aligned grant proposals with organizational mission while meeting donor guidelines (provide a brief example)", 'Your proficiency with Salesforce/Asana for tracking fundraising activities and managing project timelines', "Why sustainable forestry and FSC's balance of environmental, social, and economic benefits resonates with your professional values"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → FSC's Global Strategic Plan 2021-2026 and their current high-profile initiatives mentioned on fsc.org
- → FSC Investments & Partnerships' specific projects and partnerships listed on their website or annual reports
- → Major institutional funders in environmental conservation (like foundations, government agencies) that support sustainable forestry
- → The Forest Stewardship Council's certification system and how it differs from other sustainability certifications
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting generic applications that don't mention FSC's specific focus on sustainable forest management or their environmental/social/economic balance
- Claiming grant writing experience without providing concrete examples of proposals written, funds secured, or specific institutional funders worked with
- Failing to address the technical requirements like Salesforce/Asana proficiency or 3+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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