Grant & Contract Specialist

Yolo County Children's Alliance•West Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Do you thrive on keeping complex work organized, compliant, and moving forward? Yolo County Children's Alliance (YCCA) is seeking a Grant & Contract Specialist to support the funding and operations behind programs that strengthen families across Yolo County. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of grants and contracts, support proposal development, and work closely with program and finance teams to ensure deliverables, reporting, and budgets stay on track. You'll also help staff understand contract requirements and track outcomes tied to services like parent education, workforce support, eviction prevention, and

Requirements

5+ years of experience in grant writing, grant or contract management, project management, or related work
Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing grant proposals and reports
Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously
Experience collaborating across departments and with external partners
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Salesforce and HMIS
Experience with Adobe, Canva, or similar design/communications tools
Due to the nature of this role that may involve interaction with youth or require YCCA meet certain guidelines stipulated in federal and state funding, a fingerprint and background check is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in public administration, nonprofit management, communications, or related field
Knowledge of social service programs or Family Resource Centers
Familiarity with nonprofit budgeting or grant financial reporting
Understanding of trauma-informed care or the Five Protective Factors framework
Familiarity with Yolo County community organizations, government agencies, or funding landscape

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 40+ grants and contracts, tracking deadlines, deliverables, budgets, amendments, and compliance requirements
Maintain organized grant records and systems (CRM), ensuring all proposals, reports, and agreements are accurate and up to date
Support program managers and staff in understanding contract requirements and tracking program outcomes
Research, evaluate, and pursue new grant and contract opportunities
Prepare and coordinate grant proposals, including timelines, budgets, and required documentation
Collaborate with program staff, Finance, and leadership on proposal development and contract implementation
Serve as a liaison between funders, partners, and internal teams to ensure clear communication and accountability
Track and manage grant budgets with Finance; prepare invoices and financial reports
Oversee compliance elements including MOUs, grant portals, and required registrations
Prepare internal and Board reports on grant and contract status
Complete administrative tasks (data entry, mail processing, SAM registration, reconciliations)
Support community and fundraising events, including planning, coordination, and day-of logistics