Grants Administrator administers the financial control processes of grant activity throughout the grant lifecycle for awarded or received grants to ensure compliance with grant provisions, regulations, standards, timelines, and reporting requirements. Monitors grantee management and disbursement of funds and reviews grantee programs for compliance with the terms of grants. Being a Grants Administrator prepares and submits financial reporting and performs accounting tasks related to managing grant funding received. Tracks and reconciles grant account budgets and expenses. Additionally, Grants Administrator submits any additional information or documentation required by the grant funder. Follows grant accounting best practices and complies with legal regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Grants Administrator work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Grants Administrator typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
JOB TYPE: Full-time
LOCATION: Des Moines, IA
POSITION TITLE: Grants Coordinator
PROFILE SOURCE: Management Professional
REPORTS TO: Director of Corporate & Foundation Engagement
STATUS: Exempt
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Grants Coordinator is responsible for generating fundraising income from corporate, foundation and government grants. Under the supervision and with guidance from the Director of Corporate & Foundation Engagement, this position is responsible for writing compelling and timely grant requests and completing all grant reporting requirements.
Budgeted starting salary for this position is approximately $40,000-$45,000 depending on experience. A full benefits package is provided, including health, vision, and dental insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a 401k plan and match, and unlimited paid time off
Requirements
MAJOR DUTIES AND SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
General/Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experiences
One-two years’ work experience in a nonprofit with an emphasis on grant writing, persuasive communication, and/or donor relations is preferred. Knowledge of Boys & Girls Clubs programs preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities