Position Title: Grants Coordinator
FLSA Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Statewide Director Strong Families
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Maryland Family Network (MFN) is seeking a dynamic Grants Coordinator to support the Strong Families Department grants management cycle. The Grants Coordinator will take a lead role in management of the grantee documents and support continuous quality improvements, assist with programmatic research and coordinate Strong Families Department meetings. In conjunction with the Statewide Director, the Grants Coordinator will collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including grant applicants, grantees, program staff, and the finance team.
Minimum qualifications include:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Communications, Business Management, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, or Human Services), and/or equivalent experience preferred.
Prior experience of at least 3 to 5 years working in an administrative or operations capacity required.
Additional specific experience is desired and includes assisting with or managing the review of applications for awards and selecting finalists for consideration; establishing or following established procedures for accepting grant applications and processing paperwork, including letters of inquiry, proposals, budgets, and financial reports; coordinating with a decision-making body to identify grant recipients, monitor progress, and evaluate results; communicating with applicants about the status of their grant applications; preparing reports summarizing grant activities, including expenditures and outcomes; experience managing relationships with grantors to ensure their needs are met and they are satisfied with the performance of grant recipients; monitoring compliance regarding the use of grant funds.
Prior experience in a nonprofit setting preferred.
Ability to represent MFN in public.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Relationship-focused approach to working with people.
Strong and proactive oral and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), database management, and event registration software.
Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation to travel within the state of Maryland for participation at conferences, meetings, and events.
Salary commensurate with experience. All Maryland Family Network (MFN) positions are contingent on available funding. View the job posting and apply at https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=5704960 position open until filled. Maryland Family Network (MFN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ancestry of any individual, service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.