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Georgia CDBG Grant Administration Consultant | 1099 | Contract-Contingent
Company: FBSM Group (Finesse Business Solutions and Management LLC)
Location: Reidsville, Georgia (Hybrid)
Work Arrangement: Independent Contractor (1099), project-based
Project: City of Reidsville, Georgia, FY2027 CDBG Grant Administration
Anticipated Start: 2027, subject to contract award and project schedule
Compensation: Negotiable based on qualifications, scope, deliverables, and travel requirements
Position Status: Contingent upon contract award. No funded position or guaranteed assignment currently exists.
About the Opportunity
FBSM Group is preparing a proposal for the City of Reidsville, Georgia, and is seeking an experienced Georgia Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) consultant to provide specialized grant administration and regulatory compliance support.
The consultant will work with FBSM's project lead and provide technical expertise in Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) requirements.
This is a hybrid engagement. Administrative and documentation work may be completed remotely when permitted. In-person attendance in Reidsville may be required for project meetings, public hearings, compliance activities, monitoring visits, and other project milestones.
The frequency and duration of travel have not yet been determined and will depend on the final contract requirements.
Potential Responsibilities
- Support Georgia DCA CDBG application preparation and administration.
- Provide technical expertise on environmental reviews under 24 CFR Part 58.
- Support Davis-Bacon labor standards, Section 3, and applicable federal requirements.
- Review procurement, financial, and compliance documentation.
- Assist with grant monitoring, reporting, corrective actions, and closeout.
- Participate in required meetings and site visits.
Minimum Qualifications
- Direct experience administering at least one Georgia DCA CDBG-funded project.
- Knowledge of Georgia DCA CDBG Applicants' and Recipients' Manuals.
- Experience with federal grant compliance under 2 CFR Part 200.
- Familiarity with HUD environmental review and labor standards requirements.
- Ability to provide examples of relevant projects and professional references.
- Availability for periodic travel to Reidsville, Georgia, as required.
Proposal-Stage Participation
Qualified applicants may be asked to provide a resume, relevant project history, and a nonbinding letter of interest confirming potential availability if FBSM receives the contract.
No paid engagement or guarantee of future work is implied.
To Apply
Please provide your resume and briefly identify:
- Georgia CDBG projects you have administered.
- Your experience with environmental review and labor standards.
- Your availability for hybrid work involving Reidsville, Georgia.
- Your preferred hourly or project-based rate, including how you handle travel expenses.
Final scope, compensation, travel arrangements, and subcontract terms will be negotiated following contract award.
Pay: $26.76 - $32.23 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reidsville, GA
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in grant consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience writing and securing grants from federal, state, or private foundation sources
- Proficiency in grants management software such as Foundant, Submittable, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of federal grant regulations including Uniform Guidance under 2 CFR Part 200
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple concurrent deadlines across funding cycles
- Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential or active pursuit of certification preferred
Tips for Your Grant Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to grant cycles
Hiring managers want to see the full arc of your grant work. List specific funders you have written for, award amounts secured, and your win rate across different grant types. Vague descriptions of writing experience won't stand out against candidates who show results.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists grant consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your compliance and reporting experience
Many postings prioritize candidates who have managed post-award compliance, not just written winning proposals. Mention specific federal or foundation reporting requirements you have navigated, such as 2 CFR Part 200 for federal awards or restricted fund tracking.
Target organizations by their funding mix
An organization that relies heavily on federal grants needs different skills than one funded primarily by private foundations. Read each employer's annual report or Form 990 before applying so you can speak directly to their funding portfolio in your cover letter.
Prepare a portfolio of redacted writing samples
Most grant consultant interviews include a writing assessment or a request for work samples. Prepare two or three redacted proposal excerpts that show your narrative writing, needs statement framing, and budget justification, one federal and one foundation if possible.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Grant consultant roles vary widely in whether you own the full grant lifecycle or only the writing phase. Before accepting an offer, clarify which parts of prospect research, budget development, and post-award reporting fall to you so the role matches what you are prepared to deliver.
Grant Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most grant consultants?
PwC, Indiana University, and EY are hiring the most grant consultants right now, with openings concentrated in Georgia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofits, consulting firms, and healthcare systems tend to post the highest volume of openings in this field.
How many grant consultant jobs are remote?
About 83% of grant consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-driven nature of the work. Grant writing and proposal development roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions with heavy stakeholder engagement or in-person program oversight typically require a local presence.
How do you become a grant consultant?
Start by gaining hands-on grant writing experience in-house at a nonprofit or government agency, then build a portfolio of funded proposals. Earning the Grant Professional Certified credential strengthens your credibility with employers. Many consultants transition from development associate or program coordinator roles once they have written and managed multiple successful grants independently.
Can you get hired as a grant consultant with little experience?
Yes, entry-level grant consultant roles exist and often emphasize strong writing skills and research ability over years of experience. Volunteering to write grants for small nonprofits, completing a grant writing certificate program, and building a sample portfolio from practice proposals can all substitute for formal work history when applying to junior or assistant-level positions.
What does the grant consultant interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your grant writing background and familiarity with their funding sources. A writing assessment or take-home proposal exercise is common in the second round. Final interviews typically involve meeting program staff and may include questions about your process for prospect research, budget development, and managing multiple submission deadlines.
Where can I find and apply to grant consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to grant consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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