Divisional Government Grants and Research Coordinator (DHQ)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Indianapolis, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Divisional Government Grants and Research Coordinator, you will be responsible for researching federal, state, and local government funding opportunities and preparing high-quality grant proposals to secure funding for organizational programs and initiatives. This role requires exceptional writing skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to interpret government guidelines, compliance requirements, and program regulations; advising program staff and Corps officers about grant requirements and expectations; to ensure comprehensive coordination of grant-related support for Programs, Corps and Service Extension Units across the Indiana Division, so that the mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, nonprofit management, or other closely related fields from an accredited institution.
Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
A minimum of three years’ grant writing experience in a nonprofit environment, including demonstrated success in managing and coordinating grant writing projects, securing grant awards, and completing timely grant reports.
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe from Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.
Excellent writing, verbal communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and funders.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local government funding processes.
Excellent research, writing, and editing skills with superior attention to detail.
Ability to interpret government regulations, RFPs, and funding guidelines.
Experience with logic models, program design, and outcome measurement.

Responsibilities

Research federal, state, and local grant opportunities through government portals (such as Grants.gov, SAM.gov, and state/local portals).
Identify grants that align with organizational mission, programs, and strategic objectives.
Track application deadlines, eligibility requirements, and submission protocols.
Write, format, and edit government grant applications, narratives, and supporting documents.
Ensure proposals comply with government requirements, including formatting, data reporting, and regulatory standards.
Participate in budget development with finance teams to create compliant, realistic, and funder-aligned budgets.
Prepare all required attachments, certifications, and supplemental materials.
Work with directors, program managers, and financial staff to align proposals with organizational capacity and goals.
Support planning meetings and grant strategy sessions.
Communicate grant requirements, timelines, and responsibilities to internal teams.
Provide support as needed to Corps officers and staff in writing and/or proofreading their grant proposals
Ensure grant applications are approved by Divisional Finance Board and grant agreements are signed by DFB leadership
Maintain calendar of grant application and reporting deadlines to ensure timeliness and effective utilization of funding opportunities
Other tasks as assigned by leadership