Description
The Valley of the Sun YMCA is one of the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States that has transformed its culture, vision and operations. With 12 branches in Phoenix, Yuma and Flagstaff along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott. We are fast growing as a cause-driven organization that is focused on improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. If you share a commitment to being a part of a greater movement then a career with the YMCA is for you.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Office 365 apps such as Lists and Planner. Skilled in e-communications.
Experience with data entry using customer or relationship management database tools such as SalesForce, Raiser's Edge, or equivalent is preferred.
Able to maintain a positive attitude at all times. True "customer service" attitude, with colleagues, funders, and donors.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Basic understanding, or willingness to learn, basic principles of grant development.
Keen attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
An understanding of, or willingness to learn, organization mission and benefits of contributed revenue to the organization.
Ability to interact comfortably with various types of people, including high-level volunteers and funders.
Professional presentation and appearance.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A GRANTS COORDINATOR:
Perform a variety of administrative support activities to ensure that grants' requirements are met in a timely manner.
Develop and maintain a grant management system for funded grants that includes report due dates, budget adherence, impact of grants, and any other grant requirements.
Maintain grant files including submitted applications, reports, budgets, and any other items as requested by funders.
Develop and maintain grant management system for grant applications that includes due dates, application amount, and purpose of application.
Assist in report tracking and ensure relevant reporting templates are available.
Coordinating and compiling data and materials as needed to support grant applications and reporting requirements.
Coordinating with other departments as needed to support grant applications and reporting requirements.
Perform prospective and current funder research.
Write and/or generate correspondence related to the grant development program.
Set up meetings as requested, attend, take minutes, and create action item lists.
Ensure that all donor recognitions are properly noted in the donor database.
Assists in handling telephone calls and emails, as well as providing customer service to funders.
Maintains confidentiality regarding all gifts through the YMCA and other office assignments.
Assists with financial development team's special projects, as assigned, and as time permits.
FULL TIME BENEFITS: 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
Free YMCA Family Membership
Free Programs for dependents
Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (once accrued)
Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings
403b Retirement Savings Account upon hire
Employee Assistant Program
OUR YMCA CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
