Sr. Grant Coordinator

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$75,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

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The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.

We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

What will I be doing?

• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Funding Development Program within the Community and Environmental Planning Department, supporting member governments across a variety of focus areas, including housing, disaster resilience, mental health, and water supply, among others.
• Provide direct support outreach, intake, and technical assistance activities related to grant identification, proposal development, grant writing and funding strategies.
• Lead and support the writing and development of competitive grant proposals in coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborate with internal department teams and external partners to ensure seamless integration of grant support services with other regional initiatives and planning efforts.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders to expand program capacity and available resources.
• Oversee the preparation and coordination of grant application materials in collaboration with program staff.
• Continuously research and identify new grant opportunities and funding resources that align with regional priorities and member government needs.
• Support the development and implementation of a strategic framework for the Funding Development Program, contributing to broader Departmental and organizational planning.

Key Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in grant development and management.
• A successful track record of program development, grant writing and managing competitive grants, including federal, state and/or philanthropic sources.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders and demonstrated experience working with local governments.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in using standard databases and office applications such as Microsoft Office.

Do you have…

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study
• 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with or within regional planning organizations, councils of government, or intergovernmental agencies.
• Professional certification such as Grant Professional Certified (GPC), Certified Grant Writer, or a certificate in grant writing from an accredited institution or recognized training provider.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and the public funding landscape, including federal, state and local grant programs.
• Demonstrated success in funding development, including a proven track record of writing and securing competitive grant proposals.
• Established relationships with local, regional, or national clients or funders.
• Established connections in the Houston-Galveston region is preferred.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Consulting
• Industries Government Administration

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