Grant & Giving Coordinator

Ain Dah Yung Our Home Center•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

Position Summary: The Grant Coordinator promotes the mission and models the values of Ain Dah Yung Center to provides a healing place within the community for American Indian youth and families to thrive in safety and wholeness. This position is responsible for identifying funding opportunities for a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization and writing and submitting proposals to grantor organizations. Their duties include researching deadlines, drafting grant requests, submitting reports for approval, and following through with all reporting requirements after funds are awarded. The role also includes development of business relationships with the potential to create corporate funding, in-kind gifts, and volunteer opportunities within the Twin Cities area.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, communication, creative writing, or related area and/or equivalent experience, minimum of two years
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, both personally and organizationally
Must be able to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Familiar with Microsoft Office 365, Teams, Zoom, and basic grant / donor management database
Valid MN driver’s license with insurance and maintain a good driving record
Must pass a DHS background check
Ability to interact with a diverse group of people in a manner which shows sensitivity, respect, and professionalism.
Experience and skills in making and delivering presentations.
Demonstrates the ability to manage ambiguous/stressful situations.
Aptitude to manage multiple tasks including identifying priorities, adjusting scope as necessary, and adhering to strict timelines.
Must be able to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
Write simple correspondence.
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees.
Add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply/divide with 10's and 100's.
Perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
Valid Minnesota Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the employee handbook.

Nice To Haves

Preference for candidate with State and Federal grant writing and reporting experience
Preferred experience working with American Indian community

Responsibilities

Research and understand the history, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization serving Native communities including homeless services, Safe Harbor programing, mental health, & youth supportive services
Researching grant opportunities and deadlines
Writing and editing grant proposals that follow guidelines and display grammar and spelling
Coordinating with project leaders and stakeholders to collect data, figures, and requirements
Submitting and monitoring grant applications and reports
Coordinating requests for in-kind donations to ADYC
Working with the leadership team to understand the financial needs and goals of the organization
Ensure all communications are free from proofreading errors before posting or distributing
Other duties as assigned.