Grants Specialist

GBAPP, Inc

JOB DESCRIPTION
Grants Specialist

Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Grants Specialist will manage grant/funding process for all programs operated under the GBAPP umbrella. Grants Specialist will work closely with program managers, community partners, and funding sources to achieve agency’s goals

Responsibilities: Oversees all GBAPP grants and reporting requirements including subcontractors.

• Oversees GBAPP grants and reporting requirements including subcontractors.
• Monitors state and federal contracts with funded agencies and Programs
• Work with GBAPP staff on grant writing on collaborative projects with other agencies.
• Maintains and strengthens collaborative relationships with other health and social service organizations, government agencies and business community
• Represents the Executive Director as needed at conferences and related activities
• Look for new funding opportunities at local, state, and federal levels
• Researches funding sources and disseminates information on funding opportunities to GBAPP Staff
• Performs a variety of administrative support activities to ensure the Grants Office financial, personnel and proposal requirements are met in a timely manner.
• Assists with quality assurance and evaluation of funded programs
• Reports to funding sources as required by grant guidelines and reporting procedures.
• Coordinates the work of other office support staff assisting with grant related projects.
• Performs other related duties as required

QUALIFICAT IONS

• A master’s degree in Public Health, or Human Services or related field; and five years’ experience managing public health, community organizations, or human services programs.
• Experience with Requests for Proposals (RFP) and/or grant development, program design, and evaluation.
• Must be proficient using spreadsheet, word processing, database programs, and presentation software and must have experience integrating software applications to produce complex documents.
• Good knowledge of the special needs of the HIV/AIDS & Young Adults Services
• Good knowledge and familiarity with the Greater Bridgeport service delivery system.
• Proficiency in written and oral expression; must have excellent computer skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Must have knowledge of techniques used for online database research.
• Demonstrated experience in HTML coding and/or web specific software is required.
• Must have the ability to learn and apply knowledge of all pertinent federal, state and local regulations
• Ability and willingness to travel as necessary.

• Must hold current CT driver’s license, have own transportation and proof of insurance

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Grant writing: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location