The Nova Institute for Health, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a motivated grant coordinator with excellent interpersonal, writing/communication, and organizational skills to manage grant applications for public and private funding sources.

The grant coordinator will take the lead on identifying promising funding opportunities by researching foundations, corporations, and/or government entities aligned with Nova’s strategic priorities. Additional responsibilities include tracking in-progress grant applications; scheduling strategy meetings and check-ins with project teams; writing, editing, assembling, and submitting proposal materials; assisting with budget preparation; ensuring adherence to deadlines; completing all required grant reporting; and cultivating positive relationships with the Nova community and external stakeholders.

This role is well-suited for a strong writer who enjoys stewarding the entire grant lifecycle from start to finish. We’re looking for a natural storyteller who can bring our mission and vision to life and someone who is enthusiastic about seeking out creative opportunities to support the innovative work of our Scholars and Fellows.

This is a remote, part-time freelance position requiring approximately 15-20 hours per week and reporting to the Senior Director of Strategic Communications and Development.

Primary responsibilities include:

Write and edit compelling proposals and reports for foundations, government, and corporate entities
Coordinate with program team colleagues to develop accurate content for grant applications and required grant reporting, including narrative and financial reports
Proactively research, vet, and highlight new funding opportunities aligned with Nova priorities
Maintain and manage grants, responding to internal and external questions regarding drafted and submitted proposals
Cultivate positive relationships with funders, project team, and key stakeholders
Work with core team to discuss prospect strategy, solicitations, and various communications with foundations and corporations
Record and track grant activity and progress

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Five to ten years of relevant experience as grant writer with skills in identifying, researching, and writing grants to foundations, government, corporate, and/or other philanthropic organizations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders
High degree of flexibility, efficiency, and initiative in work style

To Apply: Applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter addressed to Trent Knoss by 11:59 pm ET Sunday, December 14, using our online form: novainstituteforhealth.org/careers/grant-coordinator/

We anticipate scheduling candidate interviews in early January.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 15 per week

Work Location: Remote

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