Job Summary:

The Grant Coordinator will identify and apply for various grants that meet the organizations needs, overseeing the grant application process from beginning to end.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Researches various types of grants available and the criteria to qualify for each.
• Discusses available sources of funding with administrative managers.
• Compiles necessary information for the application process through collaboration with other employees, database research, and other factfinding actions and meetings.
• Drafts and completes grant applications according to application requirements.
• Ensures grant is submitted on time and within application parameters.
• Completes all documents, forms, or reports required by the grant.
• Coordinates the monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects that are funded by grants.
• Develops and maintains master files on grants and paperwork connected to programs funded by grants.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal funding sources and the ability to locate potential sources for funding.
• Thorough understanding of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of effective grant writing techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Extremely organized and meticulous with details.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret financial data and prepare budgets and financial grant reports.
• Ability to be discreet with personal information that may be needed for some grants such as employee salaries or upcoming projects.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in related field required.
• At least three years of experience in grant writing experience highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.