The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Job Overview: The Grants Coordinator is a new role within the IRC in Denver team that will work to leverage public and private funding opportunities for the IRC in Denver office through prospecting, proposal writing, grants management and reporting, and sub-award management. The Grants Coordinator serves as a member of the Resource Development Department and works closely with the Senior Development Manager, Grants Specialist, Finance, and Program Managers. The Grants Coordinator works to ensure the IRC in Denver has adequate resources to support programs and services and is responsible for raising an agreed upon annual financial goal. The Grants Coordinator will be responsible for conducting pre- and post-award activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grants consistent with IRC policies and in accordance with funder requirements.
Major Responsibilities:
Grants Management
- Manage pre- and post-award grant development, review, submission, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting cycles.
- Write compelling grant narratives and craft key materials to put forward compelling proposals that fulfill donor requirements and meet RAI business development standards.
- Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals with a focus on grant funding.
- Assist the Senior Development Manager in the development of an annual fundraising plan with specific and measurable goals and objectives for development of restricted and unrestricted funds.
- Implement a strategy linked to the fundraising plan to solicit new sources of unrestricted and private cash funding through the submission of proposals, letters of inquiry, and other requests for funding.
- Research private and public grant opportunities and serve as the focal person for the development of new proposals with program managers.
- Oversee the preparation of letters of inquiry, proposals, budgets and support with reports to local foundations and other potential donors to solicit resources for programs in collaboration with program staff, the Grants Specialist, the Senior Development Manager, and the Finance Manager.
- Ensure the effective maintenance of contract and grant files for each funded program with consistent documentation standards.
- Work closely with program managers and staff to prepare interim and final reports to grantors.
- Liaise with the headquarters’ revenue, grants and business development staff on all new contracts, grants, and sub-grants.
- Manage the proposal submission process via OTIS by coordinating with program managers and headquarters staff to ensure on-time submission of proposals.
- Shepherd all subaward and formal partnerships through the IRC’s global PEERS process.
- Other duties as assigned.
General Management
- Promote a positive working environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible for all, in accordance with the IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Respect at Work, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
- Supervise the Grants Specialist
- Provide leadership in accordance with IRC’s People Manager Standards, including:
- Convening regular one on one meetings with direct report.
- Effectively delegating duties and responsibilities.
Job Requirements:
Education:
- Undergraduate degree in related field such as English, journalism, or nonprofit management, or comparable work experience, required. Certification or continuing education in grant writing, proposal development, project management, and/or fundraising a plus.
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years in a related professional role, with demonstrated success in proposal/grant writing.
- Program management or supervisory functions experience strongly preferred.
- Prior experience in refugee resettlement or a refugee-serving organization is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with philanthropic landscape of the Denver metro area preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:
- Demonstrated ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality. Ability to lead in a way that recognizes that IRC’s work is best accomplished through the true collaboration of individuals from many cultures with a great variety of skills and perspectives.
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time, and meet deadlines without close supervision.
- Outstanding attention to detail and quality in all work produced.
- Ability to move fluidly through self-directed work and collaborative teamwork.
- Commitment to working collaboratively within a cross-cultural environment to promote a positive culture that empowers people and values the contributions they make to the team.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex problems and engage different stakeholders in identifying and implementing solutions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.
Working Environment:
- A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
- May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
US Benefits: The IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. All US employees are eligible for sick time, a 403b retirement savings plans: up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus an 3-7% additional IRC contribution, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
In addition, full-time employees are eligible for 10 US paid holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, disability & life insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee contribution starting at $135, $7, and $5 per month respectively) and FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportionate amount of paid time off. These additional benefits apply to employees who work at least 6 months within a 12-month time period.
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Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.