Grant Funding Specialist

7 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Beacon Hill Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Grants Manager to join our team at Beacon Hill. This is a contract-to-hire role that will start immediately. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the grants process, including identifying funding opportunities, preparing and submitting grant proposals, tracking grant deliverables and compliance, and reporting to funders.

About the Role

  • Research and identify new grant opportunities aligned with our mission and programs.
  • Write compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documents.
  • Maintain a grant calendar to track submission deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal opportunities.
  • Coordinate with program staff, finance, and leadership to gather necessary information for applications and reports.
  • Manage grant budgets and ensure compliance with all grant terms and conditions.
  • Prepare timely and accurate reports for funders and internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders.
  • Monitor grant-funded project outcomes and collaborate with program teams to ensure deliverables are met.
  • Maintain accurate records of all grant activity in our database or tracking system.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, public administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience in grant writing and management.
  • Strong writing, editing, and project management skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
  • Familiarity with grant reporting and compliance processes.
  • Experience with grants databases or CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Foundation Directory Online) is a plus.

Benefits

We offer a robust benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.



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