Description:
The Grants & Data Specialist supports SALT Outreach's fundraising, reporting, compliance, and data management functions. This position serves as a key member of the Grants & Data Department, helping ensure the organization maintains strong grant stewardship, accurate program reporting, and data-driven decision making.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to develop expertise in nonprofit grants, program evaluation, and organizational strategy. This role may offer opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within a rapidly growing nonprofit organization.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The functions of this position include:
Grant Administration & Compliance - 40%
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Maintain grant calendars, reporting schedules, and compliance requirements.
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Track grant deliverables, outcomes, and reporting deadlines.
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Coordinate with program staff to collect required data, narratives, and supporting documentation.
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Prepare draft grant reports for review and submission.
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Maintain grant files, contracts, agreements, and supporting documentation.
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Assist with grant monitoring visits, audits, and funder requests.
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Support budget tracking and reimbursement documentation.
Data Management & Reporting - 30%
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Assist with data collection, validation, and reporting across organizational programs.
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Generate reports from HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), CorSalis (internal system), and other data tracking systems.
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Maintain outcome tracking tools and organizational dashboards.
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Support data quality efforts and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Assist with annual reports, impact reports, board reports, and program evaluations.
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Analyze program outcomes and identify trends that support organizational decision-making.
Grant Writing & Development Support - 20%
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Research funding opportunities and prospective grant funders.
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Assist with proposal development and application assembly.
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Draft organizational narratives, program descriptions, and supporting grant content.
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Gather supporting documents and attachments for applications.
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Maintain funding prospect pipelines and grant tracking systems.
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Support stewardship activities and funder communications.
Strategic Projects - 10%
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Assist with special projects, new initiatives, and organizational growth efforts.
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Support strategic planning activities and cross-departmental initiatives.
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Participate in process improvement efforts and system development projects.
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Provide administrative and project management support for department priorities.
Requirements:
Qualifications: Requirements:
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Experience with data management, reporting, research, or nonprofit administration preferred.
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Grant writing, grant management, HMIS, CRM, or database experience preferred.
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Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
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Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor's degree required; nonprofit management, public administration, communications, business, social sciences, statistics, or related fields preferred.
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Relevant coursework or certifications in grant writing, data analysis, or project management is a plus.
Desired Characteristics:
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Passion for SALT Outreach's mission and the communities we serve.
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Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn complex systems.
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Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
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Interest in leadership development and long-term professional growth.
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Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
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Primarily in-office role with optional hybrid-flexible schedule as follows:
- After 6 months of employment - 1 day/week remote
- After 1 year of employment - 2 days/week remote
