Director of Grants & Government Relations

Job overview

The Director of Grants & Government Relations role is onsite in Tampa, FL; compensation is not specified. The position represents Straz Center programs and secures funding for annual operations, capital renewal projects, and the Master Plan. The director leads grant development and government relations, from prospect research and proposals through compliance, stewardship, and reporting. The role builds public and private funding relationships and advances the Center’s funding priorities through advocacy and coordination with internal teams.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement grant-funding strategies
• research, write, and submit proposals
• manage deadlines, compliance, reporting, and grant records
• coordinate with program, marketing, and finance staff
• lead government relations and advocacy
• build relationships with public officials and stakeholders
• monitor legislative and policy developments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of grants

government relations

grant writing

fundraising

public funding

private foundations

advocacy

performing arts

tampa fl

straz center

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and dental options, vision, discounted downtown parking, food and show discounts, 403(b), and up to 27 days of PTO and holidays per year.

Why this role

Leads grant funding and public advocacy for a major performing arts center; requires minimal local and occasional state travel.

About the employer

Straz Center for the Performing Arts is hiring for this role. Industry: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities. Sector: 71.