Open Until Filled: Applications will be accepted until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been received.

MISSION STATEMENT
Motivated by Christ’s love, this position plays a key role in promoting the wholistic ministry of Food for the Hungry (FH) through the framework of the organization’s vision, “God called and we responded until physical and spiritual hungers ended worldwide”.  In order to accomplish this vision, FH’s mission is to “walk with churches leaders and families in overcoming all forms of human poverty by living in healthy relationship with God and His creation”.

POSITION/SCOPE WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION
This position reports directly and functionally to Senior Director Global Grant Acquisition and Partnerships, and works closely with the Resource Coordination and Development Unit.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
This position plays the central role in coordinating all large grant development for the Global Service Center including government (US, other, and intergovernmental), foundation and corporate sources.  The Grant Development Coordinator will work with country offices, the Resource and Program Department (sector technical teams), and the grant finance teams to help identify grant opportunities, determine their appropriateness, and coordinate grant development and submission processes.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Key Result #1 – Coordinate grant development processes (approximately 60% of time).

1. Serve as main point of contact w/in FH to process public, corporation and foundation grant opportunities;
2. Facilitate proposal development between field office, technical support sector and government finance teams:
   a. Create and manage proposal development calendars, facilitate meetings and communication between involved parties;
   b. Responsible to ensure all requirements of funding opportunities are met in the proposal;
   c. Writing key sections on selected proposals when needed but primarily ensuring other members of the New Business Development Unit or RPD technical leads are getting key sections completed;
   d. Coordinate budget development between field offices and finance team;
   e. Responsible for ensuring timely submissions of grants.
3. Attend regional conferences and train on grant development tools and processes.

Key Result #2 – Lead intelligence efforts related to grant opportunities and ensure opportunities are circulated to the right leads (approximately 25% of time).

1. In collaboration with the Senior Director GGAP, regularly scan public funding sources to identify potential funding opportunities using Devex and other tools;
2. In collaboration with FH Policy Advisor and other RPD staff, attend key networking and informational meetings held throughout the year in DC;
3. Evaluate and present financial requirements (including cost share and administration assessments) to involved parties to inform the go/no-go decision.

Key Result #3 – Manage proposal development information system (approximately 15% of time).

1. Maintain the Pipeline Tracker and archive of proposals submitted and in progress in collaboration with the Phoenix-based Grant and Finance Analyst;
2. Lead monthly Pipeline update meetings with representatives from GSC units
3. Provide status reports to SD/RPD quarterly.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Has a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ;
• Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Food for the Hungry;
• Passionate about the vision of FH and commitment to biblical principles in his/her life as well as ministering to and discipling impoverished people;
• Ability to manage deadlines and projects in a timely manner;
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively (in verbal and written form);
• Excellent people skills, comfortable in communicating with people from other cultures whose first language is not English;
• Ability to coordinate communication between multiple stakeholders, including field staff, donor reps, other departments and major donors;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to receive and prioritize projects from multiple sources;
• Ability create and implement new processes that increase efficiency or address new needs;
• Ability to foresee needed resources or action in the future and to plan accordingly;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google systems, with moderate typing abilities. Must also be comfortable learning new computer programs;
• Ability to work with staff that work virtually and from different cultures, using online communication tools, i.e. Skype;
• Comfortable facilitating groups and processes to complete goals;
• Ability to sit at a computer for up to 8 hours a day doing repetitive motions on a keyboard;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds above shoulder height;
• Ability to travel up to 20% of time per year in the US and internationally, to insecure countries or locations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university; five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but, does have significant networking and collaboration requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Proficiency in spoken and written English. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.