What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Associate position at Ohel Children's Home and Family Services?
Ohel is seeking a Grants Associate to support the team responsible for Government, Capital, and Foundation grants and contracts. Responsibilities include identifying and coordinating required elements of grant proposals and reports; working collegially with the Supervisor and various department colleagues within Ohel to ensure deliverables are completed and submitted in a timely manner; and project and file management. This individual will work closely with, and report to, Ohel’s Senior Grants Manager.
Required Skills:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Ohel staff and Government/Foundation liaisons
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced team environment, handle multiple projects to meet timelines and deadlines, and proactively manage work flow
- Attention to detail
- Excellent project, file, and time management skills
- Superior organizational and follow-through skills
- Strong verbal, written, communications, and research skills
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a position with similar duties
- Experience working in the non-profit sector; knowledge of government systems and processes a plus
- Professional customer service skills
- High standards of accountability, discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Familiarity or proficiency with donor databases (CRMs)
- Proficiency using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work effectively independently and in diverse group/team settings
This full-time position is based in Brooklyn and has a competitive salary and benefits.
Salary: $50,000- $60,000
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
