Grants Coordinator

THE SALVATION ARMY • Washington, DC

4d • $28 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Grants Manager, the Grants Coordinator will assist in developing well-researched and written grant proposals and help manage the grants process to raise funds that will sustain and expand programs; assemble pertinent grant material packages for final submission; ensure overall accuracy and quality of grant documents; work with the Grants Manager to coordinate the completion and submission of required follow-up reports; keep organized records of grant applications, award documentation, and reports; and help update and maintain the grants calendar.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in English, writing, or an appropriate field.
• One to three years of related work experience in fundraising.
• Valid Driver’s License and must meet TSA MVR Requirements.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints.
• Ability to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conduct all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
• Ability to travel to various locations (around the DMV) in order to participate in meetings at Corps/Social Service Centers, community meetings, conferences, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience assisting with grant proposals preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Help coordinate discussions with Program staff to vet potential funding opportunities.
• Prepare notes based on previous research and recommendations from similar past grants.
• Draft customized, relevant proposals and edit current material to create robust, cohesive responses.
• Assist in developing and editing substantive and persuasive responses to unique or challenging grant questions while operating within specified deadlines.
• Assemble pertinent grant material packages for final submission.
• Ensure overall accuracy and quality of grant documents.
• Coordinate the completion and submission of required follow-up reports.
• Keep organized records of grant applications, award documentation, and reports.
• Update and maintain the grants calendar.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level