What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Coordinator - Full Time position at Rescue Mission?
The Grant Coordinator is responsible for researching, preparing, submitting, and managing grant proposals/reports that support agency goals and meet funder guidelines and criteria. This person serves as the primary grant writer, assists in managing funder relationships, engages in compliance reporting, and supports special project initiatives. This position requires strong writing, data analysis, program budgeting, project management skills, with an emphasis on clear writing and outcome measurement.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Researches various types of grants available (Federal, State, local, philanthropic, and other private groups) and the criteria to qualify for each grant that fit the Rescue Mission's vision and values, as well as funding needs. Creates Grant Briefs for Grants Management Meetings.
- Is the lead staff person preparing and running standing Grants Management Meetings and contributes to strategy and planning on all grant applications.
- Communicates proposal strategies and progress. Compiles necessary information for the application through collaboration with employees, database research, and other fact-finding actions and meetings.
- Drafts and completes grant applications according to application requirements. Prepares narratives, completes forms, and coordinates application components with appropriate teams.
- Ensures grants are submitted on time and within application parameters.
- Develop/maintain funder relationships before, during, and after the grant process.
- Upon award, creates Contract Briefs and maintains a reporting calendar.
- Monitors post-award activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, requirements, and reporting.
- Develop a deep understanding of program content - understanding needs in relation to Programs, Social Enterprise, General Operations, and Rescue Mission's relationships with the communities we work in.
- Conducts regular reviews of Rescue Mission data (internal Program databases), an analysis of agency/client needs and gaps in service, in addition to a review of community data/reports that can be used in grant applications or by the Communications Team to support Rescue Mission strategic efforts.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement of the job.
- Promotes a safety-first attitude by setting a positive example and ensuring all employees are following safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing or a related field
- The ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively, also a strong editor and proofreader
Previous Experience Requirements
- Minimum of two years working as a grant writer/contract manager/communications professional.
- Prior experience with grant writing, research and outcome measurement.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Needed to Perform Effectively in this Position
- Excellent Customer Service skills
- Passion for the mission and vision of the organization
- Passion for the mission and vision of the organization
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Demonstrated writing ability
- Comfortable working in a high-volume environment with quick project turnaround
Additional Requirements
- Ability to relate to people in a warm and friendly manner
- Demonstrates excellent organizational and time management skill
- Demonstrates professionalism in all activities
