Grant Manager

The Grant Manager will secure government grants (State, Federal, City and County) on behalf of La Rabida Children’s Hospital. He or she will manage all aspects of the process including identification of opportunities, proposal development, writing, submission and reporting.

Essential Grant Manager Functions:

• Research, identify and analyze new funding opportunities from government agencies that would apply to the La Rabida mission. 
• Manage existing grants and oversee the management, maintenance/renewal and reporting.
• Develop, edit and submit grant proposals on deadlines that include project description, budgetary guidelines and evaluation. 
• Work with program staff, financial staff, and development staff to create narrative, evaluation expectations, and budget components of proposals and reports in a timely and effective manner. 
• Attend departmental meetings to ensure staying up to date with program progress and accomplishments. 
• Develop and maintain relationships with representatives from grant agencies and familiarize them with our mission, programs and services. 
• Identify and utilize a grant management system for tracking and project management. 
• Maintain a calendar related to grant funding opportunities, including proposal due dates, RFP release dates, and annual grant and contract opportunities. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred

Related Work Experience:

• Minimum three years successful grants writing experience (Preferred in Non-Profit or health care industry)

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, fundraising software (e.g., Raiser’s Edge). 
• Excellent writing, verbal editing, research and interpersonal communication skills.
• Superior problem solving, analytical, decision making & team building skills
• Detail oriented and ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
• Well organized with ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent comprehensive knowledge of grant preparation and administration principles. 
• Demonstrated success in identifying and securing public and private funding. 
• Relevant experience includes not only professional advocacy on behalf of others, but personal experience with community-based health care, Infant and children, chronic illness, mental illness, or other issues affecting our client population.

What you will receive:

• Competitive Salary 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision 
• Pet Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• Life & Disability Insurance 
• Retirement Savings Plans & Matching 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays 
• Free Parking 
• Free breakfast and lunch on the last Friday of every month