Grant Writer
Grant Writer Job In Chantilly, VA
The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, drafting, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding for the organization's projects and initiatives. In addition, the position explores and develops new programs/services and business partnerships and revitalizes existing programs through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. This role involves identifying funding opportunities, writing compelling proposals, and managing the application process to meet deadlines and funding goals.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct thorough research to identify potential funding sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
Prepare and coordinate applications for initiatives applicable to development priorities.
Write clear, compelling, and persuasive proposals tailored to the specific requirements of each funding opportunity.
Develop narratives, budgets, and supporting documents required for submissions.
Coordinate the application process, including tracking deadlines, gathering necessary information, and ensuring that all application components are complete.
Submit applications on time, ensuring compliance with all guidelines and requirements.
Identify, evaluate, and make recommendations regarding development opportunities in alignment with the agency's core competencies, mission, and strategies through:
Develop relationships and work with advisors and partners, such as other nonprofit service providers, clinical services, government agencies, real estate professionals, and other applicable parties.
Implement evaluation tools to assess initiatives, including potential partners, localities, and services.
Collaborate with internal partners across functional areas of the agency as appropriate to identify, share, vet, and develop opportunities.
Assist in preparing and presenting recommendations, including financial analysis, potential risks, and rewards.
Attend events that identify, develop, and nurture relationships; identify emerging trends and advance initiatives; and introduce and represent the agency and its initiatives.
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience as a grant writer or in a similar role, with a successful track record of securing funding.
Demonstrated skills in developing presentations, spreadsheets, budgets, and timelines.
Strong organizational, research, and analysis skills with attention to detail.
Creative and innovative orientation to problem-solving and identifying opportunities.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Inclusive and supportive approach to information sharing; proven ability to form positive working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of work experience with an organization in the human services field that provides services to individuals with disabilities.
Physical Demands
Typical office/administrative environment and physical demands.
Working Environment
Office environment.
Frequent travel within Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.
Supervision Received: Works under direct supervision of Director of Development & Communications.
Supervision Exercised: None.
CRi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
CRi maintains a drug-free workplace in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Grants Administrator
Grant Writer Job In Annapolis, MD
Duration: 12 month contract
Pay Rate: 35-40/hr
Must Haves:
Bachelor's degree
Six or more years of experience in an administrative support role for an executive within a dynamic organization, preferably one that interacts with many external partners/customers
Previous experience managing grants preferred but not required
Technical Skills:
Able to function well in a paperless environment
Mac/iPad/iPhone/iOS and PC fluency
Strong experience and comfort learning and using a wide variety of software, including, for example:
Salesforce or other database/CRM software
MS Office Suite for Mac, with emphasis on Outlook
Zoom or other video conferencing
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Expensify or other travel & expense software
Smartsheet or other project management tool
Tech Smith Capture or other screen capture tools
About the role:
Manage grants and office operations for the Foundation's Chesapeake office. This position also plays a vital role in communications, including those between Foundation offices and those outside of the Foundation to the Chesapeake team.
Grants Coordinator
Grant Writer Job In Linthicum, MD
Why You Want to Work Here:
Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing healthcare through education, research, and advocacy, making a tangible impact on patient care and medical innovation. We are seeking a Development Coordinator to support our fundraising efforts by securing corporate, industry, and foundation grants. This role will focus on identifying funding opportunities, preparing proposals, and managing grant reporting. This individual will play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with institutional funders to support various programs and initiatives.
Responsibilities of Development Coordinator:
Research and identify potential grant opportunities from corporations, foundations, and industry partners.
Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective funders, preparing donor profiles and prioritizing outreach.
Prepare and submit letters of intent, grant proposals, and supporting documents.
Ensure all grant submissions are well-written, accurate, and aligned with funding guidelines.
Work with the Finance team to track and reconcile grant funding.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with institutional funders and industry partners.
Ensure that funders receive proper recognition and acknowledgments.
Collaborate with internal teams, including Outreach, Research, Marketing, Legal, and Finance, to gather information for grant applications and reports.
Manage grant compliance, ensuring all deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
Maintain organized records of proposals, grant agreements, and reporting materials.
Monitor industry trends and emerging funding opportunities.
Qualifications of the Development Coordinator:
Bachelor's degree required.
3-5 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, grant writing, or a related field.
Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and reports.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.
Familiarity with grant development, fundraising strategies, and donor research techniques.
Experience maintaining grant records and tracking funding opportunities.
Video Content Editor
Grant Writer Job In Reston, VA
The Organization Content Studio is client Marketing's In-house Social + Content team. We are seeking a Video Content Editor to work on both production and post-production of assigned projects and campaigns. This role will be the primarily responsible for all assigned post-production on projects. In addition, this role will have the opportunity to also film, shoot, and assist in the creative development of assigned projects as well.
Responsibilities:
Project Collaboration and Planning
• Work with Senior Content Producer in establishing project deliverables, edit schedules, and deadlines
• Manage post-production workflow with guidance from the Senior Content Producer
• Understand the goals, tone, and style of a project in order to edit effectively
• Be proficient in social best practices in order to apply them in the editing of projects
• Work with team Designer and Producer to develop the creative design of assigned Productions
Production
• Serves as DP and/or Director on assigned projects
• Ability to assist or fill in the role of Content Producer on assigned Productions (when necessary) to support Senior Content Producer
• Manage and maintain team's in-house production photo/video equipment. Duties include organizing, tracking, and serving as subject matter expert.
Media Management
• Organize raw footage for efficient and accessible editing workflow
• Responsible for all project assets and working files, making sure they are updated and organized
• Review footage and provide guidance to Senior Content Producer on best takes/quotes/images
• Maintain a clean editing workflow and project structure that can be passed on to vendors and additional editors
• Ensure that the project/asset templates are up to date, organized, and easily accessible by all
Post-Production
• Responsible for editing original content and reusing existing assets, working with Producer to lock final cut
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)
• Create highly engaging digital videos, as well as animated video assets and GIFs
• Provide drafts throughout the process for feedback and guidance
• Use organization Approved Review Platform - Frame.io
Project Finishing & Delivery
• Color correction and grading
• Audio mixing and sweetening
• VFX and Retouching
• Delivery of project in desired format
Experience
• 5+ years of relevant experience
Skills:
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal, writing, and grammatical skills. Be authentically positive, fun, and enthusiastic
• Cross collaboration: Comfortable in bringing people, processes or systems together to achieve common goals
• Organization: Able to work under tight deadlines, work under own initiative, and multi-task various projects
• Resourceful: Able to learn and discover available brand resources and leverage them in everyday work. Strong problem-solving skills.
• Analytical and conceptual thinking: Ability to align and develop content according to establish Brand and campaign guidelines. Able to analyze and interpret social media metrics and insights to optimize content.
Specialized Skills:
• Post-production experience with a Production House, Agency, or In-House Brand
• At least 3 years of experience creating content for social channels including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• Expertise with various video editing programs including Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience independently handling post-production projects start to finish including editing, titles/animation, audio mixing, and color correction/grading
• Experience with Automotive content or working in a corporate communications, marketing, or advertising environment
• Experience working closely in a large corporate environment and interfacing with various business owners, support staff, and specialists
• On-set video production experience assisting on small crew shoots, where “all hands are on deck”
• Experience handling and assisting in the management of video production and photography equipment
Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Film & Video, Marketing, Communications, or related field - required
About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit ************************
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Recruiter Details:
Name: Mohina
Email: *****************************
Internal ID: 25-30875
Technical Writer & Content Architect
Grant Writer Job In Reston, VA
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly strategic Technical Writer & Content Architect to drive the visibility and understanding of our Financial Analysis and Modeling Engine and cloud innovation initiatives. This role demands a blend of technical depth, architectural thinking, and persuasive communication to create impactful documentation and presentations for diverse audiences, including leadership and external partners..
Requirements:
Strategic Documentation: Develop comprehensive technical documentation (architecture guides, API specifications, solution overviews) that articulate the strategic value and impact of FAME and cloud solutions.
Architectural Storytelling: Ability to think strategically and understand the big picture. Translate complex technical architectures into clear, compelling narratives for internal and external audiences, including executive leadership.
Presentation & Influence: Craft persuasive PowerPoint presentations that effectively communicate technical concepts and strategic vision, driving buy-in and visibility.
Technical Partnership: Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, and AWS teams to understand and document complex technical solutions, acting as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders.
Content Strategy: Develop and maintain a content strategy that ensures consistent messaging and aligns with organizational goals, focusing on showcasing technical innovation and leadership.
Sales Enablement: Create materials that can be used for sales enablement for internal and external consumption.
Excellent Collaborator: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Other Details:
Location: Remote role (US candidates only), but local to Reston, VA candidates are preferable.
Length: 2+ years, long term.
Client: Mortgaging Fintech Giant
Open to W2 full-time with benefits or C2C.
The difference between something good and something great is attention to detail - AVM Consulting
Research Editor
Grant Writer Job In Washington, DC
Duration: Short-term assignment (4 months)
Pay Rate: $30.00-$33.33/hour
Work Schedule: Monday to Thursday onsite, Friday remote | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Research Editor is responsible for researching, documenting, and ensuring the accuracy, fairness, and suitability of all editorial material published in magazine and other special projects. This role focuses on fact-checking departments, pieces, and short features.
Key Responsibilities:
Verify and substantiate facts, data, historical information, and identities in text and captions using reputable sources.
Collaborate with editors, writers, photographers, legal teams, and consultants.
Communicate with subject matter experts in private/government agencies, academic institutions, and industries.
Identify factual inaccuracies and define key issues in editorial content.
Suggest wording changes to ensure accuracy while maintaining the writer's tone and style.
Maintain attention to detail, nuance, and potential implications of published content.
Proactively assess research needs, addressing legal concerns such as liability, bias, plagiarism, and copyright
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of editorial research or fact-checking experience.
Strong command of language, grammar, and writing styles.
Excellent communication skills to explain issues and suggest solutions clearly.
Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration across diverse teams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
Curiosity and quick grasp of a wide range of subject matters.
Proficiency in Adobe InCopy and Microsoft Word (InCopy K4 platform knowledge is a plus).
Foreign language skills are advantageous.
Experience working on MAC systems.
Education Requirements:
Required: College degree OR 3+ years of relevant experience without a degree.
Preferred: College graduate.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Junior Technical Writer (Hybrid)
Grant Writer Job In Rockville, MD
Tracking Code: 00317
Candidates must be residents of DC, MD, or VA.
Daily Responsibilities:
Manage the overall proposal writing, editing, formatting, and production of the Systems Plus Proposal Center.
Review RFPs and RFIs, create compliance matrices, request supplies, collect proposal information, build documents, add callouts and graphics, edit for grammar, simplicity, and clarity, and prepare resumes.
Help design, build, and maintain a centralized knowledge base.
Participation in mandatory corporate activity meetings by Systems Plus management such as business development meetings, training sessions, corporate social functions, and any other meetings designated as required.
Required Education & Experience:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree Preferred or 5 years of related experience
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience
In-depth familiarity with Federal/local/commercial IT proposals and experience in corporate documentation.
Detail-oriented and well-organized.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite, MS Project, and Visio.
Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare clear, well-written documents.
Knowledge of template creation and working with various file formats.
Participate in the establishment of style guidelines and standards for texts and illustrations.
Sr. Writer
Grant Writer Job In Fairfax, VA
Purpose of the Job
Develop high-impact donor-focused content that conveys the transformative power of Coptic Orphans' mission. This role will play a critical part in engaging, inspiring, and expanding the organization's donor base through powerful storytelling and tailored communications. The Senior Writer will oversee the creation of content that reflects the organization's impact, deepens donor relationships, and enhances Coptic Orphans' brand.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive content aimed at engaging and retaining donors.
Produce inspiring narratives that highlight Coptic Orphans' impact, including donor stories, beneficiary testimonials, and program success stories.
Craft messaging for donor communication channels, including newsletters, appeal letters, annual reports, and campaign materials, that emotionally and intellectually connects donors to Coptic Orphans' mission and impact.
Align messaging with fundraising campaigns, program updates, and key initiatives ensuring consistent, timely, and coordinated donor messaging across platforms.
Collaborate with the Development team to create personalized donor materials, including impact reports, major donor letters, thank-you letters, and stewardship updates. Tailor messaging to specific donor segments, including major donors, recurring donors, and prospects.
Work closely with Development, Marketing, and Programs teams to create cohesive, donor-centric content. Collaborate with designers and multimedia specialists to produce integrated campaigns and ensure visual consistency.
Serve as a steward of Coptic Orphans' brand voice and messaging. Develop and refine guidelines for donor communications, ensuring alignment across all written and visual content.
In addition to any other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communication, Marketing or a related field.
7 to 10 years of professional experience content creation, journalism, copywriting, or a similar role.
Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization is a plus.
Proven ability to maintain consistent brand messaging across platforms, aligning content with organizational goals and audience needs.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a strong emphasis on crafting donor-centered narratives.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic highly desirable, especially for creating or translating content relevant to Coptic Orphans' work in Egypt.
Travel Requirement
Must be available for travel throughout the US.
Our Benefits
Coptic Orphans offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, optional Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage, access to onsite fitness, Employee assistance program and paid time off. Employees have the option to participate in a company-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan.
Staff Writer
Grant Writer Job In Tysons Corner, VA
Executive Mosaic is an industry-leading multi-platform media, events, marketing and membership organization in the Washington, D.C. area. EM utilizes the reach of seven news websites and four newsletters to cover the ever-important breaking news in the government contracting marketplace.
We invest heavily in our relationships with business and government executives and are dedicated to getting the inside word from the highest-level players on what will shape the market next. With active social media platforms, newsletters and an expanding media footprint, our newsroom is always looking to enhance how we get our content out and widen our audience base.
The Role
We are looking to hire a motivated Staff Writer who can augment our growing media team, help elevate our content and expand our reach in the GovCon sector. This is a hybrid remote role with a preference for those who can attend our on-site monthly summits in the Tysons, VA area. This role reports directly to the Manager of Media and Content and will be part of a global hybrid news team operating remotely, out of our VA office and in the Philippines.
Responsibilities and Duties
Write, edit and publish a variety of content across EM's media properties daily
Identify, pitch and report on the latest news stories, topics, contract awards, executive moves, M&A activity and major programs in the government contracting space
Write press releases in support of EM's programs, communications and marketing goals
Write promotional content for our upcoming events
Attend and cover EM's monthly summits (preferred)
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications
Experience working in AP Style
Experience editing, proofreading and writing professionally (2 years+)
Comfortable researching and identifying compelling GovCon topics and the latest news for our publications
Great communication and interpersonal skills
A desire to go beyond the call of duty to produce the best content possible
Familiarity with Wordpress, SEO, social media a plus
Please provide three writing samples from your portfolio and three references to **************************** if you want to be considered for the position.
SOE Grants Administrator (Contractual)
Grant Writer Job In Baltimore, MD
Job Title SOE Grants Administrator (Contractual) Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department School of Engineering Work Status Full Time Position Category Contractual FLSA Exempt Pay Range Exempt Salary Range $67,000 - $75,000 / year Fund Source Federal/Grant Job Summary
The Grants Administrator is responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle of grant funding, including pre-award activities, proposal submissions, post-award administration, compliance monitoring, and financial reporting. This role ensures adherence to applicable regulations, guidelines, and policies, while maximizing funding opportunities to support the organization's mission and objectives.
Job Duties
* Manage grants administrative process both pre and post award
* Perform grant related budgeting.
* Keep abreast of new policies initiated by the federal government, state government, and the University, and communicate these changes to others.
* Apply grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, federal and university regulations.
* Analyze and interpret financial data and prepare reports, statements, and projections.
* Other related duties as assigned.
Requested Minimum Qualifications
Education:
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
At least five years of work experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above is required.
Other Preferences for Consideration
Preferences
* Graduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration.
* Experience working in the higher education environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Strong knowledge of grant regulations, including OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).
* Proficiency in financial software and grant management systems.
* Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports and presentations.
* Ability to interpret complex grant agreements and ensure compliance.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments.
* Ability to oversee complex and integrated functions of the grant project.
Grants Manager (Job ID: 2024-3563)
Grant Writer Job In Washington, DC
Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks!
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.
We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.
With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.
The Office of Financial Service (OFS) is dedicated to supporting the mission of Brookings by ensuring and enhancing its financial health and promoting financial efficiency and innovation. We accomplish this by safeguarding the institution's assets, stewarding donor contributions and providing quality and client-driven service characterized by professionalism, integrity, reliability, transparency, accountability, expertise, and above all else - respectfulness and fairness. OFS is comprised of Accounting, Financial Planning and Management, Financial Operations and Investments. The Controller's Office manages the functions of General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Tax Reporting, Accounts Receivable and Financial Systems.
Position Location: This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC office with the option of two days of remote work each week.
Responsibilities
Ready to contribute to Brookings success?
The Grants Manager (GM) is a member of the Grants Management team in the Office of Financial Services at Brookings and reports to the Director of Grants and Contracts. The candidate will be responsible for a broad range of day-to-day and long-term grant management activities across the grant lifecycle for their assigned portfolios. This includes review of proposal budgets for grant proposals; review of new grant and gift agreements; setting up new grant awards and maintaining appropriate documentation; working with stakeholders to ensure grant policy compliance; tracking grant deliverables and milestones; preparing and reviewing donor financial reports. The Grants Manager will be responsible for the maintenance of financial records related to grant awards, including data entry and integrity of award data in the financial system. The Grants Manager will draft donor financial reports in a prompt and accurate manner. The candidate will work closely with finance and development staff across the institution to ensure that grants and contracts are in compliance with regulatory, funding agency, and policy requirements by ensuring that proper documentation is provided in award documents for accurate project set-up. This candidate will be able to leverage professional experience to provide valuable insights and influence team members effectively.
Post-Award Administration (80%)
Independently review grant agreement terms and conditions and record key details for award compliance
Work with the Director of Grants and Contracts during award negotiation to ensure that the most accurate and up to date award documents are being reviewed prior to Institutional acceptance.
Manage requests for post-award amendments, budget re-allocations, no-cost extensions and advance award setups
Maintains Workday grant records and responsible for new award data entry including setting up new projects and activities as assigned.
Maintains award documentation (electronically) in an accurate, efficient and consistent manner.
Maintains accurate internal tracking logs with new award and donor specific information.
Utilizes Workday reporting tools to identify and extract key performance indicators.
Creates ad-hoc Workday invoicing as needed.
Record, monitor and tracks milestone deliverables and deadlines to completion.
Works collaboratively with Accounting staff and Program Finance staff answering questions and providing basic support of managing active awards within full compliance of the Institution's donor guidelines and internal policies and procedures.
Coordinate with research program finance teams to monitor spending on grant awards.
Proposal Administration (10%)
Supports the Director of Grants and Contracts during proposal routing and review process by ensuring that complete proposal packages are ready for review, communicating with Program Finance staff on any follow up materials needed and on the status of proposal packages.
Prepares standard forms required by Donors for proposal submission including standard Federal forms.
Works independently with the program staff during proposal stage to ensure that the most accurate and up to date proposal documents are being reviewed prior to Institutional acceptance.
General Administration (10%)
Troubleshoots Workday issues related to Award Set Up and Grants-related reporting and formulates solutions.
Provides support during grant and year-end audits by gathering award files and documentation as requested.
Serve as admin support to Director of Grants for Workday Learning modules and compliance trainings; works to formulate and lead trainings and guidance for staff related to grants management
Support Other duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience required, degree in accounting or related business degree preferred. Minimum four years of relevant work experience required.Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) or Certificate in Research Administration (CRA) preferred. Experience in Workday ERP systems highly desired. Federal grants experience a plus. Experience at a non-profit organization desired. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Knowledge/Skills Requirements
Grants Manager, Foundation Relations
Grant Writer Job In Washington, DC
The Grants Manager is a key member of the National Park Foundation (NPF)'s Foundation Relations team. The team is responsible for raising funds annually from primarily institutional foundations to advance NPF's four priorities of The Campaign for National Parks including 1) conserving and preserving threatened parks and wildlife; 2) ensuring a world-class visitor experience; 3) telling the story of America; and 4) inspiring the next generation of park stewards.
The Grants Manager reports to the Senior Director, Foundation Relations and will lead in identifying, cultivating, and supporting solicitations of new funding sources, and providing primary overall assistance to, and organization of, the Foundation Relations team. The Manager will help steward current foundation funders, and be responsible for grant management, report writing, proposals, and other functions. In support of NPF's Strategic Plan and Campaign, this position will work closely with the Foundation Relations team members to develop and manage a pipeline of high-value prospects, create research profiles and prospect strategy notes, and support the team with cultivation and solicitation. The ideal candidate will employ fundraising best practices, act as key player to provide overall writing and general support to the Foundation Relations team and be eager to work with a small portfolio of five-to-six-figure prospects over time.
WORKING AT NPF
The National Park Foundation works to protect wildlife and parklands, preserve history and culture, educate and engage youth, and connect people everywhere to the wonder of parks. We do it in collaboration with the National Park Service, the park partner community, and with the generous support of donors, without whom our work would not be possible.
Today, the National Park Foundation is the only national charitable nonprofit whose mission is to directly support America's 420+ national park units. As the National Park Service's official nonprofit partner, the National Park Foundation supports projects and programs across the system. We protect our natural, cultural, and historical heritage and connect people to all that the parks have to offer through our work.
For more information on the full range of programs and projects supported by the National Park Foundation, please review our website at **********************
Essential Functions/Duties/Tasks :
Prepare letters of inquiry, proposals, grant reports and other cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship materials for foundation prospects and current funders, with an emphasis on stewardship for a growing portfolio.
Participate in 10+ initial discovery calls and visits with foundation staff annually to drive pipeline growth/secure new funders.
Draft and disseminate donor fundraising documents in collaboration with NPF's Programs and Partnerships team for use by the larger NPF Philanthropy department.
Track and coordinate post-award deliverables of all grants under stewardship by the Foundation Relations team, including overseeing grant agreements, acknowledgements, preparing incoming gift notifications, and tracking pledge payments.
Serve as a liaison between the Foundation Relations team and NPF's Programs and Partnerships department to ensure grant deliverables are on track for accurate and timely stewardship.
Oversee collection of information from NPF's Finance department, Programs and Partnerships, and other NPF staff, as well as from the National Park Service and park partners, to ensure proper recording and budgeting of grant agreements, and to inform the drafting of grant reports and other stewardship materials for institutional funders to communicate impact.
Prepare consistently excellent prospect research profiles, collaborating with the Prospect Research team, to build the pipeline of foundation prospects, including bringing at least four prospects a month to team meetings for discovery and strategy.
Support the production of formal briefing materials and PowerPoint presentations for meetings with institutional foundations.
Maintain rigorous adherence to donor database protocols to enhance data integrity and transparency, including the timely integration of donor strategies, opportunities, and actions.
Oversee the maintenance and updating of the Foundation Relations team's SharePoint site.
Support the overall team annual fundraising goal and monitor and track institutional foundation revenue for weekly and monthly updates to the team and organizational leadership.
Support and improve upon a foundation donor pipeline program consisting of new formal processes and systems to surface new opportunities, regularly explore prospects for fundraising priorities, create a mechanism to efficiently vet possible donors, and track the team's moves management.
Opportunity to grow a small portfolio of donors.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities :
Knowledge of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques, particularly for institutional foundations, and ability to help build relationships with foundation program officers, including through telephone and in-person interactions with foundation representatives.
Experience with proposal and grant report writing for institutional foundations.
Experience supporting, developing new, and improving upon grant management processes.
Excellent communication and organization skills combined with extreme attention to detail including accurately preparing and proofing written materials and correspondence.
Knowledge of prospect research tools and demonstrated ability to research prospects based on thematic area and/or particular project.
Demonstrated ability working well in a fast-paced environment.
Strict adherence to ethical and confidentiality guidelines.
Strong computer and database skills (MS Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Raiser's Edge or comparable database).
Qualifications:
4+ years of experience with foundation fundraising and/or the nonprofit sector.
A passion for the National Park Foundation's mission to protect and enhance America's national parks for present and future generations.
Self-motivation and ability to manage multiple priorities with excellent attention to detail and deadlines, as well as an ability to work without close supervision.
Demonstrated critical thinking, planning, and goal-setting skills.
A real team spirit and a good sense of humor.
Ability to develop and sustain strong interdepartmental relationships and build consensus working effectively within a cross-department team.
Experience navigating complex organizations and problem solving in challenging situations.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The National Park Foundation offers a competitive salary, commensurate with relevant experience to the role, and robust benefits.
TO APPLY
This is a hybrid-based role in our newly designed Washington, D.C office. If you are located in the DMV and think you could be the perfect candidate for this position, we want to hear from you! There is no relocation package for this role should applicants wish to relocate to the DC area. The starting salary for this position is $74k. Please submit your resume and cover letter to be considered and note that candidates will be asked to complete a writing exercise during the interview process and should be prepared to provide examples of past writing experiences.
Budget and Grants Administrator
Grant Writer Job In Fairfax, VA
Department: Col of Humanities and Soc Science
Classification: Financial Svcs Specialist 1
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Pay Band: 04
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Financial Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
The mission of the Center for Climate Change Communication (4C) is to develop and apply social science insights to help society make informed decisions that will stabilize the earth's life-sustaining climate and prevent further harm from climate change. To achieve this goal, we engage in three broad activities: conduct unbiased communication research; help government agencies, civic organizations, professional associations, and companies apply social science research to improve their public engagement initiatives; and train students and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve public engagement with climate change. Mason 4C is an academic research center crafted as a ‘think-and-do tank.' We perform cutting-edge social science research on public understanding and climate communication and apply our research findings in the public sphere through a variety of programs and educational initiatives.
About the Position:
The Center for Climate Change Communication (4C) at George Mason University is seeking a highly organized Budget and Grants Administrator to support our research center. This position offers a salary range of $50,000-$60,000, commensurate with education and experience. The position, funded equally by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) and external sources, assists in pre-award, post-award, and overall grant and research administration services. The position aids in grant and contract management, processing budget adjustments, financial reporting, compliance monitoring, and award setup and closeouts to ensure adherence to university, state, federal, and sponsor guidelines. Reporting to the Finance and Operations Manager, this role collaborates closely with faculty, project teams, and administrative offices to facilitate efficient research operations. Key responsibilities include regular reviews, reconciliation of award finances, preparing budget adjustments, and providing high-quality customer service to faculty members. The Budget and Grants Administrator coordinates with the CHSS Dean's Office and the Office of Sponsored Programs to ensure effective and compliant management of research projects.
Responsibilities:
Award Activity Processing:
Coordinates and adjusts payroll for budgeted positions, including cost-sharing and funding changes;
Reviews, reconciles, and adjusts award expenditures and budgets (processing JVs as needed);
Submits tuition grants as necessary;
Tracks and monitors petty cash and any revenue transactions;
Coordinates No Cost Extensions, carryover, and re-budgeting requests;
Manages all purchasing (equipment over $5K and consultants);
Facilitates invoice approvals for subcontractor payments;
Reviews labor allocations and manages the annual payroll certification process; and
Ensures appropriate effort allocation per federal and university guidelines.
Proactive Award Management:
Oversees budget, reporting, and compliance through the grant or contract lifecycle;
Communicates with PIs on budget and expense adjustments;
Reviews direct expense activities for award allowability and allocability; and
Monitors compliance with university, state, sponsor, and federal requirements.
New Award Administration:
Sets up new awards by reviewing account parameters, billing/reporting requirements, budgets, and cost-sharing obligations.
Award Closeout:
Ensures timely closeout of funded projects following university procedures; and
Coordinates with PIs, project teams, and the Office of Sponsored Programs to reconcile final expenditures, prepare reports, and ensure all deliverables are submitted. Address residual balances or deficits, close accounts per university guidelines, and archive required documentation.
Other Duties as Assigned:
Assists PIs with non-financial report submissions;
Provides support in research activities. Supports compliance with export control, IRB, and IACUC requirements by assisting with protocol submissions, facilitating training notices, and ensuring proper documentation. Provides administrative support for human subject research and helps monitor ongoing compliance, particularly for projects involving international collaboration or ethical considerations; and
Offers general administrative support, including donor communication, liaising with the Advisory Council, and event management for Mason 4C.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent;
Demonstrated experience with budget tracking, reconciliation, or compliance in financial or grant-related roles;
Experience with customer service and direct communication with internal or external stakeholders;
Knowledge of financial management principles, including budgeting, expense tracking, and compliance with financial protocols;
Knowledge of or ability to learn and operate Banner Finance or similar financial management systems;
Skill in adapting to complex electronic systems, with demonstrated capacity to learn and use new software tools relevant to financial and grant management;
Skill in using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook, for daily administrative and financial tasks;
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and university administrative offices;
Ability to provide high-quality customer service, assisting faculty and staff in understanding and navigating financial and grant processes;
Ability to work independently, demonstrating self-motivation and reliability in managing multiple grant administration tasks;
Ability to maintain strong attention to detail in financial data entry, reporting, and compliance tasks; and
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) designation or similar certification is preferred, indicating advanced proficiency in research financial management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field;
Experience in grants and contracts administration, preferably within a university or research institution (typically 2 years);
Experience in managing research grants: award setup to closeout, including experience with compliance requirements;
Hands-on experience with Banner Finance or other university financial systems;
Experience in federal and foundation grants management;
Knowledge of federal regulations and compliance requirements for research grants and contracts, including cost principles and reporting standards;
Knowledge of university policies and procedures related to sponsored research projects and grant management;
Knowledge of grant and contract management best practices, particularly within an academic research setting;
Skill in managing financial aspects of research grants, including award setup, monitoring, and closeout activities; and
Ability to support research compliance processes, including familiarity with export control, IRB, and IACUC protocols.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the
Budget and Grants Administrator
at ********************** Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.
Posting Open Date: December 17, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: February 17, 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Senior Grants Manager
Grant Writer Job In Silver Spring, MD
Panagora Group is a small business providing novel and integrated solutions in global health and international development. Our goal is to provide innovative solutions that build national capacity and promote sustainability through robust local participation and capacity building, utilizing highly integrated and private sector solutions. Throughout our work, we embrace a virtuous circle of knowledge stewardship, collaborative learning, and the application of evidence to heighten and accelerate positive health and development outcomes.
Panagora Group seeks a Senior Grants Manager for the five-year USAID-funded Localize Global Health Security (LGHS) project. The project works with local partners in priority USAID GHSA countries to address critical health security gaps and strengthen global health security capabilities as defined in their national health security action plans, contributing to their Global Health Security Agenda 2024 targets. The Senior Grants Manager will support the technical design of grants that address health security challenges and provide day-to-day finance, grants, and administration support. Reporting to the Director of Grants and working in alignment with local entities, including international health organizations, local government ministries, and LGHS stakeholders, the Senior Grants Manager will support and coordinate a full range of activities to identify, prepare, and review awards and grants in compliance with USAID regulations.
This is a full-time position which can be based in the Washington DC area and may require travel to multiple project countries.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supports the Director of Grants with the successful implementation of a large global grants under contract program in compliance with Panagora's policies and procedures and standard of practices, as well as relevant USAID requirements and regulations
Supports and provides guidance to country-level grants engagement managers (GEMs)
Assists with grants design, support and supervise the selection and award, performance tracking, and compliance
Collaborates with in-country and regional technical advisors to lead/support the design of grants
Reviews and tracks approval and status of periodic grants (milestone) payments under each grant in coordination with GEMs and Finance Manager.
Develops solicitations and supports grant making and administration processes
Assists with capacity strengthening of local grantee partners in grant proposal development and management through training, written guidance, supportive supervision, and local events and workshops
Facilitates assessments and the development of capacity development programs for local grantees in administration, operations, and financial management
Works closely with the Project Director of Grants, Deputy Project Director, and technical teams to ensure quality and compliant implementation while ensuring collaboration, learning and sharing use of resources and tools
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in international development, business administration, public administration or related field
Minimum five (5) years of grants management experience within the USAID context
Deep working knowledge of U.S. government regulations, implementing a grants under contract program
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a complex grants program in an international development context
Grants Administrator
Grant Writer Job In Washington, DC
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Grants Administrator Department: Executive Reports To: President Primary Location: Washington, DC FLSA Classification: Exempt Parameters: Full-time; 12 months/year Pay Range: $58,000 - $63,000
Position Summary: The Grants Administrator is responsible for coordinating the development, administrative management, reporting and closeout of grants and other programmatic investments made by the University. The Grants Administrator will ensure that the University's grant-making and related processes, documents, procedures and implementation are executed professionally, efficiently, on schedule, and in a manner consistent with best practices. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, each primary job responsibility must be performed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the primary job responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
Provides administration for the grants process throughout all stages including initiating, receiving, assessing, tracking, payment/check requests, documenting all inquiries and/or proposals; assuring that submitted documentation meets all University and legal requirements; and maintaining accurate and timely records of university grant-making and other programmatic activities.
Prepares grant applications and proposals for submittal, including writing, reviewing, and editing grant applications and proposals
Provides technical assistance to grantees with online application and reporting processes.
Maintains the online nonprofit database and physical grant files ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data as well as grantee relationship history.
Oversees standard terms and conditions for grant award letters and agreements.
Assists with required research pertinent to grant due diligence, ongoing review, and close-out analyses.
Prepares monthly reports on funded and non-funded project status
Works with Leadership Officers to coordinate and maintain grant cycle calendar and site visit schedules; assists with the preparation of grant related materials for Committee and Board Meetings.
Supports the University's finance and communication functions; generates requested information, data and reports from information maintained in the grants management database or other sources of information.
Maintains and verifies payment records, reviews invoices and records receipts
Other duties as assigned aligned with BAU's strategic objectives.
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the university and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all university policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred.
5+ years of applicable grant administration experience, required
Experience in university, nonprofits, or the private sector, highly desirable
Creative and innovative thinker, who actively presents new opportunities, proposes solutions and recommends best practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, especially when collaborating with multiple departments within the university and exceptional customer service skills.
Willingness and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment; highly organized and be able to quickly adapt to change.
Working knowledge of general office equipment and experience providing high-quality service in a high-volume environment
To ensure the health and safety of our community, BAU requires COVID-19 vaccinations for faculty and staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Qualified applicants must possess, and applicant must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration
Knowledge of the organization, functions and activities of the various sectors of the university, and those of other governmental agencies
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures
Knowledge of research techniques and the sources and availability of current information
Ability to initiate and install administrative programs and procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness
Ability to prepare meaningful and informative special and regular financial and statistical reports
Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing facts and arriving at conclusions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public
Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions
Ability to express oneself effectively orally and in writing.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office setting with appropriate climate control. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are important.
Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. s are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights for any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.
Compensation: $58,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
In 2014, BAU, now Bay Atlantic University, was established and licensed to operate in the District of Columbia. Bay Atlantic University is defined by six key aspects: Affordable, Focused, Global, Connected, Central and Dynamic. We put our students in the best position to succeed in their careers/lives by offering degree programs that are in high demand fields and rapidly growing. Being in the heart of DC, means being connected and that is why we offer degrees in Politics, Business, and Information Sciences: the three core industries that power DC and the world. All our programs have focused curriculum that are updated each year to remain consistent with current trends in the fields.
BAU aspires to make the most of its strategically central location, right in the heart of Washington, DC. (We are located just steps away from Lafayette Park, next to the White House). It is a top priority for us at BAU to expose all our students, domestic and foreign, to the incredibly rich environment of the Greater Washington Area.
Our strengths as a young and dynamic university are in undergraduate degrees in Economics, Business Administration, Political Science and International Relations, Information Technology, Data Science. We have a large MBA Program and also Graduate degrees in Cybersecurity and Big Data Analytics. We are also offering non-degree programs on Job Readiness, Entrepreneurship, Adobe in-design Series and English (ESL).
Grants Administrator (Contractual)
Grant Writer Job In Annapolis, MD
Responsible for identifying grant opportunities, preparing grant applications, securing grants of all types, and assisting in the management of approved grants for infrastructure projects. Grant Administrator works with the Department of Public Works, the Department of Planning & Zoning, the Recreation & Parks Department, and the Office of Emergency Management.
Essential Job Functions
Administers the grants process throughout all stages including grant acquisition, administration, and close-out. This includes activities such as assessing grant opportunities and grant writing; tracking grant programmatic and financial activities, issuing reimbursement requests, and assuring that submitted documentation meets all City of Annapolis and legal requirements; and maintaining records for auditing purposes.
Provides technical data and interpretation of grants and funding requests to program managers and other supervisory personnel.
Maintains the database and physical grant files ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data as well as grantor relationship history.
Coordinates with project managers and procurement to ensure contracting methods and contract provisions comply with grantor requirements.
Oversees standard terms and conditions for grant award letters and agreements.
Trains staff on grants management process to include recordkeeping systems; ensures that protocols are executed properly; creates and edits software templates, code and reports.
Assists with required research pertinent to grant due diligence, ongoing review, and close-out analyses.
Collects, records, and evaluates data and prepares statistical and narrative reports and other documents in support of State and Federally-funded projects and other programs.
Works with assigned staff to coordinate and maintain grant cycle calendar and site visit schedules; assists with the preparation of grant related materials for meetings to include City Council Committees.
Assists with departmental budget as it relates to grants and generates requested information, data and reports from information maintained in the grants management database or other sources of information.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from a college or university of recognized standing and two years of experience in grants administration or related field to provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities that are required or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Special Qualifications: Possession of a valid driver's license. Consent to chemical substance screening consistent with mandated Federal, State and City guidelines and programs to include drug and alcohol testing.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of grant management principles, practices, methods, techniques, and equipment.
Knowledge of federal and state grant guidance, rules, regulations, and administration.
Knowledge of departmental management principles, practices, methods, techniques.
Ability to use good judgment, tact and courtesy.
Possesses careful attention to detail and focuses on precision and accuracy in accomplishing tasks.
Demonstrated practice and ability of skilled, experienced, and persuasive writing.
Ability to expediently process a workload that includes several complicated administrative tasks that update frequently.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, colleagues and the general public and to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
Ability to operate computers for data entry, word processing and/or accounting purposes.
Ability to act as a representative of the City of Annapolis and the department at various committees, meetings and events as it relates to grants administration.
Employment Conditions
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Balancing ability: sufficient to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Crouching ability: sufficient to bend the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Dexterity ability: sufficient to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Handling ability: sufficient to pick, hold, or otherwise work, primarily with the whole hand
Hearing ability: sufficient to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.
Kneeling ability: sufficient to bend legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Lifting ability: sufficient to raise objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Mental Acuity: sufficient to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
Pulling ability: sufficient to use upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Pushing ability: sufficient to use upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Reaching ability: sufficient to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Speaking ability: sufficient to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely.
Standing ability: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Visual ability: sufficient to operate a vehicle by both day and night, to observe emergency scene actions taking place, observe traffic in the vicinity of an emergency scene, to read and write reports, correspondence, etc.
Walking ability: sufficient to move about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or move from one work site to another.
Work is typically performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. Deployment in emergency, disaster or crisis and may require personnel to operate in situations that present multiple hazards.
Grants Administrator
Grant Writer Job In Baltimore, MD
We are looking for a Grants Administrator for a client in the Baltimore area. This opportunity is contract to hire, on a hybrid basis. This position will be responsible for supporting staff with financial and administrative support ion grant proposal submissions, reconcile, manage, report, and analyzing sponsored projects.
Pre and Post award experience ideal
Provide budget and administrative support
Prepare reports and analysis
Bachelors Degree required
Grants Manager (PROGRAM MANAGER III-5478)
Grant Writer Job In Baltimore, MD
Maryland Transit Administration
Grants Manager (PROGRAM MANAGER III-5478)
Office of Capital Programming and Asset Management
Executive Service
“Open Until Filled”
serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority*
**Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply**
Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. The MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team.
DESCRIPTION
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for a Grants Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in overseeing the Development and Administration of grants within the Office of Capital Programming and Asset Management. The Grants Manager will collaborate with various other managers and lead a team responsible for managing federal grants, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements, and overseeing a part of the reimbursement process to collect MTA's federal receivables. The office, which includes divisions for Capital Programming, Asset Management, and Grants, plays a crucial role in managing MTA's capital program, securing federal funding, and maintaining accurate financial records.
This vacancy is located in Baltimore, MD.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Track expenditures, deliver Milestone Progress Reports, and maintain grant status logs.
Ensure internal budgets are maintained and journal entries are processed to reduce receivables.
Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic approaches for simplifying grant development and award management, to ultimately reduce the number of open grants and unobligated federal funds at any given time.
Review and submit applications for federal grants, ensuring quality and compliance.
Ensure timely closure of grants.
Provide management, support, and professional growth opportunities for the Assistant Manager for Grants.
Collaborate with the Assistant Manager for Grants to support the Grant Administration teams through strategic direction, training, delegating assignments, and conducting performance reviews.
Provide primary support to the Director of Capital Programming and Asset Management on emergent or urgent grant-related priorities, including by assisting with development of a plan to strategically accomplish stated goals, assisting with rapid execution, assisting in delegating and balancing the priorities of team members, and providing QA/QC of team member work.
Review and approve invoices and accrual worksheets, ensuring correct coding for federal grants.
Stay updated on federal codes and regulations, and report on grant status to senior leadership.
Prepare materials and participate in discussions with MDOT and MTA leadership.
Work with the Capital Programming Manager to ensure consistency in grant management and capital program changes.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Proven experience in grant management, including tracking expenditures, reporting, and compliance with federal requirements.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams, conducting performance reviews, and mentoring staff.
Ability to develop strategic approaches for grant development and simplify award management processes.
Proficiency in using grant management software tools, such as TrAMs, and familiarity with federal grant programs (FTA, FRA, FEMA, EPA).
Strong understanding of financial processes, including reviewing and approving invoices and ensuring accurate coding for grants.
Up-to-date knowledge of federal codes and regulations related to grant funding.
Excellent communication skills to report on grant status, prepare materials for leadership, and collaborate with various stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail in managing grant documentation, budgets, and compliance requirements.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here:
MDOT Benefits Guide
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in public administration, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Planning, or a related field is required; Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in grant management, including tracking expenditures, reporting, and ensuring compliance with federal requirements. At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role, managing teams, conducting performance reviews, and mentoring staff.
Licenses & Certifications
Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) or equivalent certification is preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
Additional Information
TO APPLY:
You must complete a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) employment application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.
Applications must be completed and submitted online by registering at ********************************************** Please make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.
Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (********************* or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (**********************
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested. TTY call 711. TTY Users May Also Call Their Telecommunications Relay Service
The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
MDOT MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDOT MTA Does Not Discriminate Based On: Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex or Sexual Orientation or any other protected status.
Issue Date: 12/19/2024
Chief Editor
Grant Writer Job In Washington, DC
The African Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists and the mental health industry in every African country. The APA seeks to educate Africans and the diaspora about psychology, behavioral health and mental wellness. We seek to promote psychology as a science and support appropriate practice. We hope to foster the education and training of future psychological researchers, practitioners and educators. We act as advocates for the use of psychological knowledge and practice to inform public policy and champion the application of psychology to promote human rights, overall health, wellness, dignity and esteem.
For more information, please African Psychological Association's website at ***************
Job Description
Your responsibilities are as follows:
Managing Editorial Staff
• Liaising with the Regional Content Directors (Editors) and Regional Project Directors to discuss development of country content
• Directly overseeing all Regional Content Directors (Editors), acting as a supervisor, mentor and guide
Setting and Enforcing Policies
• Setting and enforcing policies and procedures used by the APA (Africa)'s Regional Content Directors (Editors) and contributors
• Establishing and overseeing compliance with style standards (including making certain that all Regional Content Directors (Editors) and contributors use the correct fonts and punctuation, spelling and follow grammar guidelines)
• Setting times for editorial meetings, deadlines for sending the contributions for review by Content Directors (Editors) and deadlines for sending final drafts to the Chief Editor
• Helping to enforce policies established by the APA (Africa) regarding what content is appropriate for publication
Determining Coverage
• Approving and denying pitched editorials and feature stories
• Assigning high profile stories/special interest pieces to contributors
• Acting as an advisor in deciding how stories are reported
• Working with Regional Content Directors (Editors) to ensure that all countries/territories have a minimum of one (1) reliable Content Contributor
Liaison Responsibilities
• Serving as the primary liaison between the editorial staff and the Managing Director
• Fielding emails and phone calls from the public related to published content
Additional Information
BENEFITS
Opportunity to make a difference in an emerging market and focus on the African Region
Provided [email protected] email account
Provided access to the African Psychological Association's Online Team Portal
Work with a dynamic team of motivated young people
This is an unpaid position with flexible hours that will boost your portfolio of work experience
Federal and Community Grants Administrator
Grant Writer Job In Washington, DC
JOB TITLE: Federal and Community Grants Administrator
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, At-Will, Salaried Position
SALARY: $65,000-$70,000
The Federal and Community Grants Administrator is responsible for overseeing daily functions of The Community Partnership's Federal and Community Grants portfolio. In so doing, the Federal and Community Grants Administrator will: work with homeless services provider agencies on items related to contract administration, compliance with Federal regulations as well as funding and reporting requirements, and will provide technical assistance and support. Additionally, the Federal and Community Grants Administrator will assist in the writing proposals for and administering private and community grants.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
• Manage the development and submission of grant proposal applications.
• Serve as TCP's point of contact with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Field Office and with private and community funders.
• Review grant agreements for accuracy and facilitating disbursement of funds.
• Manage the development of the proposal application submitted to HUD.
• Work closely with TCP's Finance Grant Manager and Contract and Procurement Specialist to draft and finalize sub-grant agreements.
• Monitor grant spending and determine eligible cost related to the grant.
• Manage completion and submission of all programmatic and financial reporting.
• Manage any administrative task related to grants such as developing draft RFPs, coordinating timesheet submission, equipment orders, onboarding of contractors/fellows funded through grants.
• Draft program rules for HUD and community grant-funded programs.
• Serve as TCP on various Interagency Council on Homelessness committees and workgroups
• Participating in Continuum of Care (CoC) committees and workgroups.
Grants Administration:
• Contribute to the management of the annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) process which includes coordination of community meetings, providing administrative and program support to Ranking committee, reviewing all project applications prior to submission, adding related documents to TCP's website, providing Esnaps technical assistance to subcontractor.
• Manage life cycle of the full portfolio of HUD grants from beginning to end including: application submission, coordination with HUD contract administrator and subcontractors, budget modifications and grant closeout.
• Conduct HUD Environmental Reviews for newly funded projects and collaborate with DC Housing and Community Development for approval.
• Manage the completion and submission of HUD Annual Performance Reports for full portfolio of HUD grants.
• Seek out and apply for private grants that further TCP's mission.
• Manage the life cycle of private grants, including: application submission, coordination with funders, budget modifications, and grant closeout.
• Provide support to the subcontractor monitoring team as needed.
Housing Support:
• Take the lead on reviewing submitted Landlord Document Packets for accuracy and completion and provide any necessary follow-up to landlords and sub-contractors.
• Schedule unit inspections with the Housing Quality Specialist, track outcomes, monitor repair status and re-inspections.
• Provide training and technical support for the Housing and Participant Assessment Report web-based report and offline mobile application to TCP's contracted service providers
• Other special projects and duties as assigned.
• Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate
QUALIFICATION/ REQUIREMENTS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required, though persons who feel they meet some but not all criteria are encouraged to apply.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree, with 3-4 years of experience and/or training in homeless services work, especially related to grant writing, programmatic oversight, and monitoring or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous Continuum of Care-level homeless services administration experience preferred.
• HMIS and e-SNAPS experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Advanced computer literacy and expertise with software use in a typical office environment, including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills, to include the ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally to a wide range of audiences (consumers, front line staff, program representatives, agency directors, etc.).
• High level of attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks at the same time.
• Ability to conduct self-directed work and/or function as a part of a team.
APPLICATION PROCESS
• Apply for this position through the TCP career center Recruitment (adp.com)
• Your response to this job announcement may be considered for other similar available positions within The Community Partnership.
• No phone calls.
TCP has a mandatory COVID19 Vaccination (and booster) Policy. On your first day of employment, you will be required to produce a COVID19 Record of Vaccination or other documentation to prove to TCP that you have been fully vaccinated from the coronavirus. Further, TCP Employees must also follow all health and safety protocols established by TCP to help maintain a safe workplace.
The Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention, or other personnel actions affecting employees or applicants for employment. Personnel decisions shall be based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
If you have any questions about our company policies or your rights as an applicant or require a reasonable accommodation, please contact our Office of the General Counsel at ************ (ext. 307).