Grants Administrator/Office Manager

The Fair Housing Center is seeking an energetic, critical thinker who can manage multiple projects. This position is a key administrative role and is responsible for coordinating the development, administrative management, reporting, and closeout of grants. This person will ensure that the Center’s grant management activities are executed professionally, efficiently, and on schedule. This position also performs office management duties and regularly interacts with the Board of Directors. The Fair Housing Center offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.

Excellent written and oral communication skills; exceptional interpersonal skills, a focused listener.
Advanced MS Office skills, including Excel.
Strong organizational and project management skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to take initiative and manage projects assigned through completion with minimal supervision.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a highly resourceful team-player under pressure and within deadlines.
Creative and innovative thinker, who actively presents new opportunities, proposes solutions, and recommends best practices.
Ability to anticipate challenges and effectively resolve potential issues through creative problem-solving.
Ability to work creatively and with flexibility in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high work standards.
Ability to develop rapport and engender trust.
Exhibits a positive attitude and professional demeanor.

Education and Experience Requirements:

2+ years of applicable grant administration experience required. Experience in foundations, nonprofits, human resources, and finance is highly desirable. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

The Fair Housing Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Please send a resume and cover letter detailing qualifications to [email protected].