Grants Coordinator, Development
About The Position
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is seeking an experienced Grants Coordinator to join its Development Department. The role researches funding opportunities, prepares and submits grant applications, and coordinates grant reporting activities. The Grants Coordinator supports the development and implementation of grant proposals and reporting materials, ensuring deadlines are met and required information is accurate, complete, correctly formatted, and submitted within established time frames. The position also supports strategies to increase grant revenue and strengthen institutional funding relationships. It involves maintaining grant and prospect records, researching and managing funder information in CRM systems and databases, preparing related materials, representing the Foundation at meetings and events as needed, and assisting with Foundation events and departmental projects. Special working conditions may include changes to workdays, shift hours, or work locations, including outdoor locations, when assisting with special events.
Requirements
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong research, writing, editing, and proofreading abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
- Ability to multitask across multiple projects.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Pre-employment screening, including a background check, is required.
Nice To Haves
- One to two years of relevant experience in grant writing, fundraising, nonprofit development, research, or a related field.
- Experience with fundraising databases and/or CRM systems.
Responsibilities
- Research funding opportunities and identify those aligned with the Foundation’s programs.
- Assist in preparing and developing grant proposals.
- Gather information for proposal narratives, budgets, and required attachments.
- Collaborate with program managers, finance staff, and external partners to prepare grant proposals and reports.
- Organize electronic and print data materials.
- Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and submission schedules.
- Prepare and coordinate the submission of grant reports.
- Maintain and update records of grants awarded and prospects.
- Support strategies to increase grant revenue and strengthen institutional funding relationships.
- Assist with data collection and management in CRM systems and databases to research, maintain, and grow knowledge of the existing funder base.
- Support the preparation of presentations, correspondence, and other materials related to grant opportunities and awards.
- Represent the Foundation at meetings and events as needed.
- Assist with coordinating Foundation events and other departmental projects as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
