Grant Coordinator

Job Summary: The Grant Coordinator will identify and apply for various grants that reflect the goals and objectives of the organization, overseeing the grant application process from beginning to end.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Researches various types of grants available and the criteria to qualify for each.

• Discusses available sources of funding with leadership.  

• Compiles necessary information for the application process through collaboration with management, database research, and other fact-finding actions and meetings.

• Drafts proposals and completes grant application 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. 

• Oversees post-award reporting and documentation and participates in meetings as required by the grantor.

• Develops and maintains master files on grants and paperwork connected to programs funded by grants. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.

• At least three years of experience in grant writing experience highly preferred.  

Skills and 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 work independently 

• 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.