Grant Analyst

The Grant Analyst plays a key role in both pre- and post-award activities for private, corporate, and government (federal, state, and local) grants. This includes budget management, grant submission, and reporting to ensure compliance with all grant requirements. The Grant Analyst works closely with the grant, donor relations, finance, and program teams to align grant activities with organizational goals.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Grant Management.

Position: Grant Analyst

Department: Administration

Pay Rate: $58,700-$68,000

Status: Exempt

Last Revised: 09.2024

Supervision Exercised: None

Duties:

• Manage all aspects of private, corporate, and government grant applications assigned, including researching, writing, developing budgets, and preparing reports.
• Collaborate with donor relations, finance, and program teams to ensure accurate and timely submission of grant materials, reports, and reimbursement requests.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and government regulations (OMB Circulars, IRS guidelines, state GIRS, etc.).
• Oversee grant workflow processes, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting.
• Maintain and update the organizational grants database to track submission deadlines, reporting timelines, and budget expenditures.
• Work with departments to collect and synthesize data to meet grant requirements, including program deliverables and financial reporting.
• Provide regular updates to the Director of Grant Management and program staff on grant progress, budget spend-down, and compliance issues.
• Monitor and report on grant expenditures, ensuring that funds are spent per the scope of work and regulations.
• Understand grant compliance requirements and work with the Director of Grant Management to develop organizational practices and processes for documenting grant information and activities, including site visits.
• Participate in team meetings, workgroups, and organization-wide initiatives.
• Identify, assess, and recommend potential government funding opportunities that align with The Children's Cabinet's mission and strategic goals.
• Stay up to date on funder's needs and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills Required:

Knowledge of:

• Grant compliance and OMB Uniform Guidance
• Financial acumen, key financial and operational best practices
• Basic accounting concepts/business math
• Windows-based computer software programs
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Office) programs

Ability to:

• Be well-organized and self-directed
• Be detail-oriented and analytical
• Use good interpersonal and effective communication skills
• Function in a team environment
• Learn software systems as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of client/agency information
• Work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines
• Manage multiple priorities to ensure work is completed in a timely and productive manner
• Exercise good judgment while adhering to The Children's Cabinet's policies and procedures
• Learn and implement new requirements, as necessary
• Meet stringent timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and following detailed procedures

Special Requirements:

• Bachelor's + 5 years of experience, or 7+ years of equivalent experience in grant writing, reporting, and compliance.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to write for various audiences (government agencies, private foundations, donors).
• Must have reliable transportation for work.
• Must possess a valid Nevada Driver's license and proof of insurance for using a personal vehicle for company business.
• May require some evening and weekend work.
• Job requires repetitive key stroking; ability to sit for long periods (2+ hours); must be able to lift and carry at least 20 pounds.
• Able to use office equipment (phones, fax, copier, mail meter, etc.).

This is a full-time position eligible for benefits.

The Children's Cabinet is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons to apply regardless of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, age, handicap, disability, familial status, political affiliation, or beliefs.

It is the policy of The Children's Cabinet, Inc. that all employees are employed at will of both the employee and The Children's Cabinet.