Grants Coordinator

Matthew 25

Cedar Rapids, IA     Part Time     19.00 to 31.00 hourly

Matthew 25 is a vibrant, growing non-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the health of people and neighborhoods by investing in quality affordable housing, healthy food, educational opportunities, and community building.  

 

Matthew 25 is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to be successful. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Oversee the grant calendar and upcoming deadlines for applications and reports. 
  • Document the status of grants.
  • Write compelling grant proposals to acquire funding to accomplish the organization’s strategic objectives.
  • Discuss grant requirements and funding guidelines/procedures, as well as program goals and objectives with appropriate staff.
  • Track the progress and life cycle of successful grants. 
    • Complete and submit reports to comply with grant requirements. 
    • Work with the Finance team to track money spent and left on reimbursement grants. 
  • Coordinate with internal sources to obtain all materials, metrics, pictures and stories necessary to complete grant applications and reports.
  • Provide regular updates on grant applications, status, and reports with program managers and senior leadership.
  • Gather all necessary information and submit grant proposals and reports to funders in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Research, identify, prioritize and document grant opportunities that match organizational goals.
    • Review literature containing information about potential funding sources.
    • Review relevant federal, state, local and other funding agencies listings.
    • Cultivate relationships with potential funders through personal contacts and meetings
    • Communicate opportunities for funding to the Chief Development Officer.
  • Research external data to provide compelling need statements.
  • Work with program managers to compile and maintain demographic, socioeconomic, program or other statistical information relevant to grant applications.
  • Prepare materials for presentation before grant-making boards and commissions.
  • Assist in writing other communications content as needed.
  • Maintain proficient knowledge of the organization’s history and programs.
  • Recommend process improvements for increased efficiencies.
  • Display and promote company values.
  • Regular attendance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Caring about economically challenged people and neighborhoods.
  • Desire and drive for your work to contribute to an inclusive and sustainable society.
  • Commitment to the organization’s mission.
  • Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Resourceful and results oriented.
  • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
  • Ability to work effectively across departmental teams.
  • Strong project management skills. Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities.
  • Self-motivated and able to effectively manage time.
  • Ability to consistently meet strict deadlines while maintaining good relationships with colleagues.
  • Flexible and able to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment.
  • Strong service orientation and commitment to assisting others with enthusiasm and professionalism.
  • Ability to engage in conversation with donors and staff via the phone and written correspondence in an articulate, pleasant, and confident manner.
  • Advanced skills in proofreading and copyediting.
  • Exhibit sound and accurate judgment.
  • Maintain professional technical knowledge.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google products and ability to learn new systems quickly.

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Philanthropy or a related field, or equivalent in relevant experience.
  • Experience in researching and writing grant applications preferred.
  • Experience working with government grants is a plus.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Sit an average of 7-8 hours per workday.
  • Stand an average of less than one hour per workday.
  • Walk an average of less than one hour per workday.
  • Bend/Stoop – Rarely (1-2 times/day).
  • Squat – Rarely (1-2 times/day).
  • Reach above shoulder level – Rarely (1-2 times/day).
  • Up to 10 lbs of weight carried – Occasionally (1-4 times/hour).
  • Up to 10 lbs of weight lifted – Occasionally (1-4 times/hour).
  • Hands used for repetitive action: Fine Dexterity (i.e., .typing, writing, filing) – Constant (greater than 25 times/hour).