Grants Management Specialist

About Us:

• If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

* Salary: $46,000 - $48,000

* Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

* Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

* PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

* 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

* Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

* $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

* Employee Assistance Program

* Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

* Tuition reimbursement program

* Training and career development.

* Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

The Grants Management Specialist serves as Grants team member under the Grants Management function. This person manages grant program compliance, billing, and reporting for a portfolio of committed funders. Works with cross functional teams to complete grant billing, reporting, and compliance and assure maximum utilization of all grant awards. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Metropolitan Ministries.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates a passion for the mission, vision, and guiding values of Metropolitan Ministries. Works in a cooperative manner with staff, volunteers, and collaborative partners to achieve the Grants team's and organization's goals.
2. Maintains portfolio of grant awards to serve as liaison for program outcomes, billing, and reimbursements. Completes per service client billings. Works with programs, HR, and accounting to assure maximum utilization of all grant awards.
3. Complete grant outcomes reports; programmatic and financial as required in a timely manner.
4. Works with teams to develop compliance procedures for each assigned grant. Conducts internal audits of grant programs on a regular basis as needed for each grant. Responds to external audit requests from funders and assures team is prepared.
5. Updates cross-functional team when funds are committed.
6. Provide back-up for other Grant team positions when needed.
7. Responsible for continually expanding personal non-profit and grant program management knowledge by staying abreast of changing regulations and trends. Adheres to ethical standards and all government regulations.
8. Meets personal goals and actively contributes to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals stated on KPIs. Supports the team in other tasks as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Minimum bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of nonprofit, fund-raising or related experience.

Skill Requirements:

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to work, occasional evenings and weekends visiting prospects and staffing events. Computer literate with a working knowledge of Raiser's Edge or other donor database tracking software, Web-based research tools, Microsoft Office. Ability to effectively use computer equipment: monitor, keyboard, mouse and other computer-related peripherals. Self-motivated, ability to multi-task/manage many projects simultaneously, and shift priorities as needed. Must be able to work independently and also be a team player. Works well under pressure and meets deadlines.

Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Knowledge of community resources available to homeless population. Must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to walk and climb stairs and to lift 20 lbs. Physically be able to work in outdoor/temporary shelter environment considering the local climate and its normal fluctuations. Physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress.

Other:

Must pass applicable pre-employment screening and demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at Daryl.Belluccia@Metromin.org