Grant Coordinator
Department: Health Department Grade: 8, Non-Union
General Summary:
Under the supervision of the Health Officer/Deputy Health Officer, the Grants Coordinator works to secure and manage financial support for the strategic initiatives identified by the department’s administration for Public Health Services and Community Health, Planning and Partnerships branches. This position researches, identifies new funding opportunities, and coordinates the development, submission, and management of grant applications and awards from public and private sources.
Typical Duties:
1) Identifies funding opportunities at the local, state and federal levels and are in support of the departments strategic initiatives and relevant to the operations of the Berrien County Health Department programs. Shares potential grant opportunities with appropriate staff.
2) Coordinates the preparation and presentation of identified grant opportunities in accordance with timelines and funding requirements. Gathers necessary information from staff for grant writing and reporting purposes. Collaborates with Finance Manager for development of grant budgets.
3) Maintains all aspects of the internal grant support system for all programs of the health department.
4) Participates in grant reporting, including quarterly and annual reports for funders as required.
5) Monitors program compliance for awarded grants and reports findings to appropriate staff.
6) Explores and develops positive working relationships with colleagues, community partners and funding sources.
7) Gathers pertinent information and prepares resolutions and contract related to the grants process including accepting funds.
8) Attends internal and external meetings as designated. Meets regularly with Senior Leadership team to align grant seeking efforts across the department.