Grants Officer
Springfield, MO
| Employer: | Habitat for Humanity International |
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The Grants Officer is responsible for maintaining an effective and efficient grant program through operational, financial, procedural, compliance, and reporting excellence. This position reports to the Development Director and works closely with members of the Programs and Constructions teams. This is a full-time (40-hour work week) position with hybrid work location potential. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE AREAS Grant Management Research and identify funding opportunities to support the organization's mission and budgetary goals, general funding needs and guide the application process through all stages to submission and requested follow up. Utilize HFHS's donor database to accurately track proposals, grant applications, funding inquiries, and correspondence with funding institutions. Develop and maintain an annual grants calendar. Work strategically with all the key stakeholders in our organization to stay up-to-date on funding needs for new builds, preservation & repair, and operating expenses. Identify grant opportunities, implement specific grant awards, evaluate successful projects, and streamline future proposals. Research and catalog supporting statistics and data related to the benefits our programs provide to individuals and families within our program. Research, establish, and maintain a process for reporting the status and outcomes of grants and subsequent successes of your organization. Prepare and submit letters of intent, letters of request, proposals, grant applications and other related documents to generate funding to support existing and future program activities. Attend relevant seminars and events as an ambassador for Habitat's mission by supporting our efforts to establish and maintain extraordinary relationships with grantors and foundations. Compliance and Reporting Track, report, and maintain compliance as related to grant activities and ensure proper documentation and retention of requirements Provide weekly grant progress updates to Development Director. Provide support, documentation and follow-up for grantors. Ensure that necessary Habitat staff are aware of grant funding requirements and deadlines, following these requirements, and receiving necessary documentation throughout the spending process. Ensure all grants are entered in the donor database and tracked in a timely manner. Coordinate with other staff members to produce accurate and timely reports for all grants that have been awarded to HFHS by due dates. Internal Responsibilities Uphold the mission, vision, and values of HFHS, leading with integrity, a high level of excellence, a passion for the betterment of our community, and inspiration to positively impact the lives of others. Attend Board and committee meetings as requested Accurate, transparent record keeping Community outreach, networking, and attendance at various community and Habitat functions and/or events as required. When appropriate, collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Manager to identify opportunities for publicizing gifts utilizing appropriate media. Works with the Finance Department to ensure proper accuracy in tracking and reconciliation. Provide input on expected grant revenue for annual fiscal year budgeting. Attend internal meetings, including but not limited to, bi-weekly team meeting, weekly one on one supervisor meetings, and monthly staff meetings. Provide support for other Development Department events as needed and time allows KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Can effectively oversee a wide array of tasks, projects, and responsibilities. Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy. Computer aptitude with experience, or capable of quickly learning, utilizing computer applications such as; Google Suite, Slack, GiveEffect, and MS Office. Dynamic personality with ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, including the public, co-workers, and board members. Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage time effectively, and work with a minimum of supervision. Excellent analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize information and data quickly. Ability to express needs and impact with compelling stories and relevant data-driven information. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree specific to grant writing and / or two or more consecutive years of grant writing experience, preferably for a nonprofit. COMPANY BENEFITS 3 weeks paid time off in the first year of employment 11 Holidays (includes employee's birthday) Benefits offered Potential for remote work flexibility (hybrid position) Apply at https://habitatsgf.bamboohr.com/careers #LI-aff | |