Grants Coordinator

Job Overview: The Grants Coordinator is a new role within the IRC in Denver team that will work to leverage public and private funding opportunities for the IRC in Denver office through prospecting, proposal writing, grants management and reporting, and sub-award management. The Grants Coordinator serves as a member of the Resource Development Department and works closely with the Senior Development Manager, Grants Specialist, Finance, and Program Managers. The Grants Coordinator works to ensure the IRC in Denver has adequate resources to support programs and services and is responsible for raising an agreed upon annual financial goal. The Grants Coordinator will be responsible for conducting pre- and post-award activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grants consistent with IRC policies and in accordance with funder requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

Grants Management

• Manage pre- and post-award grant development, review, submission, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting cycles.
• Write compelling grant narratives and craft key materials to put forward compelling proposals that fulfill donor requirements and meet RAI business development standards.
• Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals with a focus on grant funding.
• Assist the Senior Development Manager in the development of an annual fundraising plan with specific and measurable goals and objectives for development of restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Implement a strategy linked to the fundraising plan to solicit new sources of unrestricted and private cash funding through the submission of proposals, letters of inquiry, and other requests for funding.
• Research private and public grant opportunities and serve as the focal person for the development of new proposals with program managers.
• Oversee the preparation of letters of inquiry, proposals, budgets and support with reports to local foundations and other potential donors to solicit resources for programs in collaboration with program staff, the Grants Specialist, the Senior Development Manager, and the Finance Manager.
• Ensure the effective maintenance of contract and grant files for each funded program with consistent documentation standards.
• Work closely with program managers and staff to prepare interim and final reports to grantors.
• Liaise with the headquarters’ revenue, grants and business development staff on all new contracts, grants, and sub-grants.
• Manage the proposal submission process via OTIS by coordinating with program managers and headquarters staff to ensure on-time submission of proposals.
• Shepherd all subaward and formal partnerships through the IRC’s global PEERS process.
• Other duties as assigned.

General Management

Promote a positive working environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible for all, in accordance with the IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Respect at Work, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

Supervise the Grants Specialist

• Provide leadership in accordance with IRC’s People Manager Standards, including:
• Convening regular one on one meetings with direct report.
• Effectively delegating duties and responsibilities.

Job Requirements:

Education:

Undergraduate degree in related field such as English, journalism, or nonprofit management, or comparable work experience, required. Certification or continuing education in grant writing, proposal development, project management, and/or fundraising a plus.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years in a related professional role, with demonstrated success in proposal/grant writing.
• Program management or supervisory functions experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in refugee resettlement or a refugee-serving organization is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with philanthropic landscape of the Denver metro area preferred.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality. Ability to lead in a way that recognizes that IRC’s work is best accomplished through the true collaboration of individuals from many cultures with a great variety of skills and perspectives.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time, and meet deadlines without close supervision.
• Outstanding attention to detail and quality in all work produced.
• Ability to move fluidly through self-directed work and collaborative teamwork.
• Commitment to working collaboratively within a cross-cultural environment to promote a positive culture that empowers people and values the contributions they make to the team.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex problems and engage different stakeholders in identifying and implementing solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

Working Environment:

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Professional Standards: The IRC and IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Global Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days (depending on role and tenure), medical insurance starting at $145 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus a 3-7% base IRC contribution (3 year vesting), disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.