Director of Grants and Special Initiatives

JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you want to make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you seek a personally rewarding career? Does the idea of working in a team appeal to you? If so, the Center for Comprehensive Health Practice may be for you.

In addition to being part of a fantastic team, we also have great benefits for our staff. All full-time employees are offered a comprehensive package including an exceptional low-cost medical plan option for you, your domestic partner and/or your family, dental insurance, vision insurance, no cost life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefit Plan, a generous paid time off plan, a 403B retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement.

A partner in the East Harlem community for over 60 years, the Center for Comprehensive Health Practice (CCHP) integrates high quality primary care, substance use treatment, behavioral health and supportive services all under one roof. We believe that comprehensive, family-focused, affordable, and community healthcare is invaluable in improving the health and well-being of our patients.

Establishing trust with our patients is extremely important to our model of care. At CCHP, we provide our patients with an array of services through an integrative, community health, team-based approach. This includes medication-assisted treatment; outpatient substance use treatment; group and individual counseling; play therapy; psychiatry; parenting classes; overdose prevention training; vocational/educational counseling; primary care services such as: internal medicine, pediatrics, prevention and treatment of HIV, Hepatitis C treatment, hypertension, diabetes and asthma, and health education; and access to our free playroom.

CCHP is committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care. We are a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), licensed by the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

CCHP is looking for a Director of Grants and Special Projects to be part of our exciting team!

JOB SUMMARY

CCHP is seeking a driven, strategic, and results-oriented leader to serve as the Director of Grants and Special Projects, overseeing grant funding, strategic initiatives, and performance measurement to strengthen service delivery. This role will identify and evaluate funding opportunities, manage grant implementation and compliance, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive impactful projects. Under the direction of the COO, special projects include assessing community needs – such as women’s health and services for formerly incarcerated or justice-involved individuals – and developing strategic plans to enhance programming. Additional initiatives may involve piloting a patient engagement app, and leading CCHP’s involvement in the Medicaid 1115 waiver. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, excels in grant oversight, project management, and data-driven strategy, and is passionate about securing resources and leading initiatives that create meaningful change in community health.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Grant Development and Management

• Identify grant opportunities that align with CCHP’s goals, collaborating with grant writer consultants and the Senior Leadership as appropriate.
• Provide comprehensive summaries to the Executive Team of grant opportunities, including financial implications and overall strategic benefits to the organization.
• Manage grant writer consultants to develop competitive grant applications.
• Oversee the implementation of funded grants, including monitoring project progress, budget management, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to program staff managing grant-funded projects.
• Ensure timely and accurate grant reports to funders, highlighting project achievements and impact.
• Draft and update policies related to operational changes for new grant-funded programs.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for grant related meetings with stakeholders.
• Maintain robust internal grant management systems to track proposal submissions, funding awards, and reporting deadlines.
• Manage the re-application processes for recurring grants.

Strategic Leadership Initiatives

• Lead the execution of special initiatives, as designated by COO.
• Oversee the planning and management of a variety of strategic projects as designated by the COO, including but not limited to financial opportunities, community need assessments, partnerships, technology assessments/implementations, and facility improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to track progress, address challenges, and drive the completion of projects.
• Be responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and control of specific projects.
• Lead project team meetings, work with vendors, and deliver regular updates to executive staff.
• Coordinator with staff responsible for monitoring, managing, and completing mid-to-large-scale projects.
• Be an accountable point of contact for project updates, presenting progress and results to the executive team and board.
• Anticipate and resolve potential risks and obstacles that could hinder project success.
• Regularly assess project progress and adjust as necessary to meet shifting priorities or unexpected challenges.

Performance Measurement and Analytics

• Manage the Business Data Analyst in monitoring and evaluating program outcomes.
• Collaborate with program teams to develop performance indicators that inform decision-making and improve service delivery.
• Oversee the creation of performance measurement tools, monitoring reports, and analytics to evaluate program and project performance.
• Direct the preparation of data and analysis reports that inform organizational policies and procedures.
• Advise executive staff on data insights, performance findings, and actionable strategies to enhance outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors required (Masters in Business Administration or nonprofit management preferred).
• Relevant experience in grant research, analysis, writing, management, and compliance.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in obtaining and/or managing grants from government, corporations and private foundations.
• Demonstrated experience in program implementation, including the development, execution, and management of grant funded programs and special projects that address community health needs and improve service delivery.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in data tracking, budget management, and reporting.
• Understanding of budgeting principles and grant compliance requirements.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of nonprofit funding landscapes and best practices.
• Expertise in developing performance metrics and analyzing program outcomes.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $100,000.00-120,000.00 annual

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday - Friday

If interested, please send your resume to with “Director of Grants and Special Projects” as the subject.

COMMENTS

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10029 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10029: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10029

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000