Grant Coordinator - Part Time

The Grant Coordinator at DCCH plays a critical role in raising funds for our awesome nonprofit. The role is part-time (20 hours/week) and can be partly remote. Seeking a dynamic, highly motivated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of Kentucky's most vulnerable children. Responsibilities include researching/writing grants, submitting grant reports, and working together with a great team. Visit www.dcchcenter.org today!

GRANTS COORDINATOR

DCCH Center for Children and Families was founded in 1848 as St. John's Orphanage and operated in that capacity for over 100 years. In the early 1960's, as Diocesan Catholic Children's Home, our mission shifted to serve at-risk children in Northern Kentucky. Today, DCCH Center cares for survivors of child abuse who have

been removed from their homes by the Commonwealth of Kentucky and referred to us for specialized residential treatment. DCCH provides life-changing services for children who have endured the most severe forms of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and require a level of care beyond traditional programs and facilities. DCCH also has Foster Care & Adoption, Targeted Case Management, and Independent Living programs in addition to operating an Outpatient Therapy center which is open to the public.

The Grants Coordinator will report directly to the Development & Marketing Director in all areas of job performance and responsibilities.

The Grants Coordinator will have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in writing and/or communications or related field or have equivalent work experience in writing for publications or grants. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience with Microsoft Office programs and database software preferred.

The Grants Coordinator must be proficient in written communication. This position includes building relationships with grant funders. Ability to be diplomatic, a good listener, and work with a diverse population. Possess the ability to work with various deadlines and support multiple projects at the same time. Is detail oriented, strong planner, organized, and has good administrative skills.

As an employee at DCCH Center for Children and Families, they shall be sensitive and responsive to cultural differences, which are present in the organization’s service population. They will participate in the support and activities of the Performance Quality Improvement Program.

As an employee of DCCH Center for Children and Families, they will participate in systematic performance improvement efforts and will support and promote the PQI (Performance Quality Improvement) program throughout the agency.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement the annual goals for the Development Office along with the Development & Marketing
• Research and write foundation, government, and corporate grants to gain support for DCCH’s programs and capital needs.
• Represent the agency in meetings with potential funding sources.
• Utilize the donor database management system as related to grants.
• Maintain excellent records and follow up with grant reporting.
• Participate as an integral member of the Development team. This includes assisting with planning, written content, and strategic planning.
• Assist with development and content of press releases and two newsletters per year.
• Provide support for Annual Dinner Meeting, and Swing into Spring.
• Maintain knowledge about the external environment as it relates to DCCH’s mission and values.
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Development & Marketing Director.