Administration - Grant Writer Post Award Specialist (on-site)

San Diego American Indian Health CenterSan Diego, CA, United States

4 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

We are an FQHC community health center dedicated to embodying the values central to American Indian cultures. This includes respect for our patients, acknowledgement of the whole person, and a focus on working together to ensure health for the individual, and therefore the community. We invite persons of all tribes, ethnic backgrounds and walks of life to experience the comprehensive care we deliver and to contribute to the services we provide for children, youth, families, adults, and elders.

Under the supervision and guidance of SDAIHC's CFO, the Grant Writer Post Award Specialist will have responsibilities that focus substantially on the post-award management, quarterly reporting, correspondence, and operational coordination needed for the successful execution of grant-funded programs. The GWPAS will work closely with and between Program Development, Accounting, QI / Data Informatics, and the Directors of SDAIHC's grant-funded programs. She / He / They will be responsible for updating and maintaining all aspects of Grants-the clinic's grant management and grant research tool. This staff member will be responsible for ensuring that all grant-related submissions and reporting requirements are met in a timely fashion, and that the submissions have received all necessary internal approvals.

The ideal candidate will have experience working at a Federally Qualified Health Center, Indian Health Service clinic, or another health / social services nonprofit. Experience with federal reporting systems such as SPARS, HRSA eHB, NIH / eRA Commons, GrantSolutions, NSF FastLane, etc. are highly desirable. An undergraduate education including life science and / or English / journalism training typically provides the foundation for succeeding as a Grant Writer Post Award Specialist.

Outside of post-award activities, and as time is available, the GWPAS may assist in activities associated with the writing of new grants and the development of new programs. Activities may include : FOA prospecting, all aspects of proposal writing, and assistance in grant budget development. Other activities may be assigned according to departmental / clinic need. Strong candidates will have many of the following characteristics : strong communication and writing skills; excellent time and project management capabilities, the ability to work with and across team members' management styles; strong understanding of the budgeting, performance, and reporting rules relating to federal and state-funded nonprofit programs; experience writing grant requests to foundations and / or federal funders; experience writing reports; experience writing thank you letters and performing funder stewardship activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Primary Functions :

Assist in enabling the successful operation of grant-funded programs.
Assist internal and external program partners in designing programs resonant with SDAIHC interests, and funder requirements, as detailed in the Strategic Plan.
Creation of quarterly, annual, and other reports demonstrating how individual programs are performing at achieving such goals.
Maintain Microsoft based grant collaboration systems, while ensuring their successful operation.
Communicate and work effectively with colleagues.
The ability to communicate how evidence-based research and evidence-based programming are being implemented and executed with fidelity and strong outcomes.
Provide narrative sections, as required, for internal or external (partner-led) grant submissions, in which coordination may cross social service sector agencies.
Identify and archive such statistical, analytical, or anecdotal data as may be useful for future SDAIHC grant submissions, in partnership with the clinic's informatics team.
Contribute to the creation and revision of effective boilerplates and "evergreen" archives, to streamline future grant submissions.
Occasionally author (generally small to mid-sized) grant requests to funders designed to fill gaps identified in programmatic service.
Other duties, as assigned, sometimes require flexibility in work hours.
Assist with capital campaigns, strategic planning, and planned-giving as appropriate.
Otherduties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in finance or equivalent

3 Years Grant writer or post-award specialist

Microsoft office applications

Preferred :

Experience serving a multinational, multicultural population.

5 years working as a grant writer or post-award specialist.

Experience with MS Teams.

FQHC

Special Conditions of Employment :

Has a clean driving record and insurance as required by the state.

Has reliable transportation.

COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.

Apply logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of diverse approaches, solutions, or conclusions to effectively resolve problems.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Excellent time management skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and meticulous records.

Effective interpersonal skills.

Able to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all during the course of work.

Bilingual in Spanish / English a plus

Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite or related programs.

Ability to learn other accounting software systems.

Physical and Mental Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodation.

Able to lift / move up to 10 pounds, move from place to place.

Able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.

Able to stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods.

Ability to do math, organize and prioritize workload, work effectively and efficiently under stress.

Ability to supervise, multitask, understand, and follow instructions.

Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination sufficient to accomplish the duties associated with your job description.

Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients and professional staff.

Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, and understand English.

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This is primarily an office job.

Customer Service :

Actively supports, promotes, and works to fulfill the Mission, Vision, and core values of SDAIHC.

Provides excellent internal and external customer service.

Demonstrates SDAIHC's Standards of Customer Service Behavior : Compassion, Attitude, Communication, Appearance, Sense of Ownership, and Teamwork.

Participates in on-going customer service training.

In every action, seeks to promote SDAIHC as a top service organization.

Quality Management :

Contribute to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities.

Complies with all SDAIHC policies and procedures and proactively participates in the implementation of new initiatives.

Participate and ensures continuous quality improvement process as directed by clinic leadership.

Safety :

Ensures regulatory compliance and adherence with policies and procedures related to safe work practices.

Participate in infection prevention through appropriate use of infection control measures during patient treatment and patient interactions.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for maintaining physical spaces, equipment, and supplies.

Uses all appropriate equipment and / or tools to ensure workplace safety.

Immediately reports unsafe working conditions.

Privacy / Compliance :

Maintains privacy and security of all patients, employee, and volunteer information and access to such information. Such information is accessed on a need-to-know basis for business purposes only.

Complies with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations. Reports on unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.

Upholds strict ethical standards.

Flexibility :

Available for all shifts and, when required, able to work evenings and weekends.

Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Preference is given to qualified American Indian / Alaskan Natives in accordance with the American Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472, 473 and 473a). In other than the above, the San Diego American Indian Health Center, is an equal opportunity employer.

San Diego American Indian Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or any other protected class, political affiliation, or belief.

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