Director of Institutional Funding and Grants
Chinese American Service League
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- Location
- Chinatown - Chicago, Illinois
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Advancement
- Seniority
- Director
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Lever
Description
Join CASL as a Director of Institutional Funding and Grants and Make a Difference
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through sustainable funding and community investment? Join CASL as our Director of Institutional Funding and Grants, where you will lead strategic funding initiatives, strengthen grant management practices, and build partnerships that help advance our mission of empowering individuals and families throughout the Chicago community.
Your Mission
The Director of Institutional Funding and Grants provides strategic and operational leadership for CASL's government and private institutional funding portfolio, ensuring effective grant management, compliance, and long-term financial sustainability. This role leads the development of a centralized grants management framework, establishes consistent processes and accountability across the grant lifecycle, and drives diversified, multi-year funding opportunities that support CASL's mission and continued growth.
About CASL
Founded in 1978, CASL is the largest and most comprehensive community-based organization in the Midwest, with deep roots in serving Asian Americans and a commitment to welcoming all. With over 45 years of experience, CASL supports individuals and families across four essential areas: health, human services, education, and advocacy. From early learning and senior care to legal assistance, housing support, and citizenship services, CASL helps thousands of Chicago-area residents build healthy, stable, and empowered lives.
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Make a Difference, and Get the Support You Deserve
Salary Range: $95,000 – 110,000/year | Full Benefits Package Included
We value your expertise and commitment, and we invest in both. From competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to a culture that puts people first, you’ll be supported while doing work that matters.
This role is based in Chinatown, Chicago, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule.
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What You’ll Impact
As the Director of Institutional Funding and Grants, you will build and lead a high-performing grants team, oversee the development and implementation of CASL's centralized grants management system in Salesforce, and strengthen collaboration across Advancement, Finance, and Programs. Your leadership will establish shared accountability for grant management, support effective stewardship of government and private institutional funders, and improve organizational visibility into funding performance, compliance, and opportunities for sustainable growth.