Grant Specialist

SECOND HARVEST OF THE GREATER VALLEY • Manteca, CA

7d • $26 - $28

About The Position

Second Harvest of the Greater Valley (SHGV) is seeking a Grant Specialist to support its mission by identifying funding opportunities, developing grant proposals, coordinating grant reporting and compliance, and maintaining accurate grant records. The position is part of the Development and Communications department and collaborates with Finance, program and operational teams, and organizational leadership to secure and responsibly sustain funding for SHGV’s programs and operations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills, independent judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments while supporting SHGV’s mission and responsible stewardship of organizational resources.

Requirements

• At least two years of relevant experience in grant writing, fundraising, nonprofit development, research, or related work; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Excellent writing, editing, research, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret grant guidelines, agreements, and compliance requirements and prepare accurate, compelling proposals.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to independently manage multiple projects, deadlines, records, and information requests.
• Proficiency with standard office software and ability to learn grant management, donor management, and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical thinking, professional judgment, attention to detail, confidentiality, and cross-department collaboration.
• Valid California driver license, acceptable driving record, and eligibility to drive on behalf of SHGV in accordance with organizational requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with SHGV policies and applicable screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, public relations, business administration, English, or a related field.
• Experience preparing grant proposals and funder reports for foundation, corporate, or government funding.
• Experience with grant tracking, donor databases, budgeting support, award compliance, and program outcome reporting.
• Experience responsibly using AI-assisted research or writing tools, including independently verifying outputs.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate foundation, corporate, government, and other grant opportunities for alignment with SHGV’s mission, funding priorities, and organizational capacity.
• Develop clear, accurate, and persuasive grant proposals, applications, budgets, and supporting materials in collaboration with appropriate departments.
• Coordinate grant application reviews, approvals, submissions, and funder reporting to meet established deadlines.
• Maintain organized grant records, funding restrictions, reporting requirements, renewal schedules, and closeout documentation.
• Review grant requirements and coordinate with Finance and other departments to support grant compliance and responsible fulfillment of funding commitments.
• Communicate with funders, coordinate required grant deliverables, and provide timely updates on grant activities, deadlines, and potential concerns.
• Identify opportunities to improve grant research, proposal development, reporting, and administrative processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed