Grants Coordinator

Purpose and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Grants Administrator, the Grants Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and drafting government grants to support Lumina Alliance’s fundraising efforts. The candidate is able to work independently, as well as collaborate with team members and agency partners to complete grant applications and reports. They handle sensitive issues with discretion and confidentiality, have a strong work ethic, and are committed to our mission, vision, and core values.

Job Duties

• Research and prepare narrative grant proposals and associated documents for Lumina Alliance’s government grant applications and reports.
• Partner with program staff to gain clear insight into program operations and needs, identifying opportunities and areas for growth.
• In partnership with the Grants Administrator, strategize and research funding opportunities to support agency programming.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to identify areas for growth in agency programs, as well as emerging needs and opportunities in alignment with the agency’s strategic goals.
• Write and edit narrative reports, including researching and crafting success stories.
• Prepare grant materials in a timely manner in order to meet proposal and reporting deadlines.
• Support the Grants Administrator in maintaining complete and accurate records of Lumina Alliance’s grants portfolio using agency network drives.
• Participate in regular grants, all-staff and other Lumina Alliance meetings as needed.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Grants Administrator.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject area is preferred or equivalent years work experience.
• Minimum of two years experience working in a non-profit or similar setting preferred.
• Experience with government grants, including federal, state, and county.
• Compelling writer with proven grant writing experience; Ability to clearly and concisely describe complex concepts in a condensed format.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity/awareness working with diverse populations.
• Aptitude with grant research resources for federal, state, and local opportunities.
• Experience with MS Office and GSuite.

Key Characteristics

• Highly detail-oriented.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines.
• Compassionate, empathetic, non-judgmental.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to frequently and clearly communicate with staff to track progress on grant-related tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to learn new technologies and software.
• Works closely, cooperatively, and collaboratively with others.

Requirements

• Must satisfactorily pass a Live Scan background check, paid for by employer.
• Completion of Lumina Alliance’s 65-hr California State Certified Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Crisis Counselor Training (provided as on-the-job training).

Position Title: Grants Coordinator

Reports to: Grants Administrator

Hours: 20 hours per week. Part-time, Non-Exempt.

Location: San Luis Obispo County

Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.64 (Bilingual differential of $1/hr if applicable)

Benefits

• IRA Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off including 16 paid holidays
• Opportunities to accrue additional PTO
• Various engaging internal committees on paid time, such as the Fun Committee, DEI Committee, and many others
• Family friendly workplace and generous pet accommodations
• Opportunities for growth within Organization

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume, position is open until filled.

ABOUT LUMINA ALLIANCE

Lumina Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization created by the merging of RISE and Stand Strong in July 2021. Their mission is to empower those impacted by sexual and intimate partner violence through innovative advocacy, healing, prevention programs. Services include 24/7 crisis and information line, case management, restraining order assistance, legal assistance, accompaniment and advocacy, emergency shelters, transitional housing, individual and group therapy, and robust prevention education. For more information, please visit www.LuminaAlliance.org

Lumina Alliance is an at-will and an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Lumina Alliance is a Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Lumina Alliance follows all federal, state, and local guidelines related to COVID-19 in an effort to maintain a healthy and safe working environment.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Luis Obispo, CA 93401: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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