US Grants Specialist

at  Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of a US Grants Specialist. The U.S. Grants office provides management services for non-federal grant programs delivered to local Habitat offices. The US Grants Specialist will manage a portfolio of grants and programs through HFHI’s corporate and foundational partnerships.
This position will be remotely based within the US.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 – 5 years of grant management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional relationship management skills.
• Detailed-oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Experience in project management.
• Must have strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs.

• Administer grant management process with a portfolio of grants to meet the goals and requirements associated with each specific award/funding opportunity. —60%
• Maintain ongoing dialogue and updates with participating HFH U.S. and Canadian affiliates (sub-awardees), to ensure impeccable coordination of deliverables, media/communications, fund disbursement, etc., and maximize the effectiveness of the partnership for both grantors and grantees. —20%
• Work closely with donors and HFHI personnel to determine affiliate selection for participation in funding opportunities. —5%
• Assist Senior Specialist, US Grants, in coordinating sponsor/employee participation with Habitat affiliates as required. —5%
• Assist Senior Specialist, US Grants, in ensuring grant management is executed in accordance with the affiliate funding agreement. —5%
• Prepare and maintain reports as required. —5%