Allegany Franciscan Ministries, Inc.
Palm Harbor, FL

Position Announcement
~~ Grant Coordinator ~~

This newly created full time position supports ongoing grantmaking and grants management needs for Allegany Franciscan Ministries’ central and regional offices.  Responsible for quality assurance of grant records in paper files and grant database.  Supports all grantmaking activities, including receipt and processing of applications and grant reports, preparation of grant agreements and communication with grantees.  Prepares grant reports for Board, publications and Web site.  Reconciles grant records with accounting.  Reviews and enters grantee reports into database.  Provides database and grant management training for other staff as needed.  Reports to Director of Grant Programs; coordinates with and supports regional vice presidents.

Allegany Franciscan Ministries is a non-profit Catholic organization focused on improving the overall health status of individuals through increasing access to health services and information. Guided by the tradition and vision of the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, and a member of Catholic Health East, Allegany Franciscan Ministries provides grants to organizations in three regions of Florida.  Allegany Franciscan Ministries strives to be a catalyst for systemic change, committing resources and working collaboratively to promote physical, mental, spiritual, societal and cultural health and well-being in these communities.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree plus two to four years experience working in a non-profit or grant-making organization.  Important skill sets include: proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and other database software; experience with grant management software; experience in project management with an ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines; strong organizational skills with an orientation to detail; and strong oral and written communication skills.

Allegany Franciscan Ministries offers an excellent benefits package and positive work environment. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.  For more information about Allegany Franciscan Ministries, visit our Web site at www.afmfl.org

To apply, please send resume with cover letter and salary requirements to HR@afmfl.org by August 8, 2008.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.