Grants Coordinator Jobs
Grants Coordinator jobs are open across nonprofits, higher education, healthcare, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior coordinator and grants manager, with specializations in federal compliance, foundation relations, and program reporting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem | Salem, NH
Reports to the Director of Resource Development
Help us raise the funds that give more young people access to after-school programs, summer camp, and other Club services. As our Grants & Development Coordinator, you’ll spend most of your time researching grants, writing proposals, and reporting on the impact of funded programs. You’ll also work alongside the Resource Development team on fundraising campaigns, donor outreach, and special events. Your work will shift throughout the year as grant deadlines, campaigns, and events approach.
What you’ll do
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Research grants from foundations, businesses, and public agencies and recommend opportunities that fit the Club’s priorities.
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Write and edit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to funders.
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Work with program staff to gather participation data, results, and stories. Work with Finance to prepare accurate proposal budgets.
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Maintain the grant calendar, coordinate approvals and attachments, and track reporting deadlines for awarded grants.
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Help with fundraising campaigns by drafting appeals, preparing sponsor materials, and supporting donor outreach and thank-you communications.
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Help plan and run fundraising events. Depending on the event, you may coordinate sponsor materials, assist with event logistics, or provide day-of support.
What you’ll bring
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Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to explain why a program matters and what funding will make possible.
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The ability to manage multiple deadlines, follow detailed instructions, and adjust priorities as campaigns and events approach.
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Comfort working with spreadsheets, basic budgets, and program data.
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Experience in grant writing, fundraising, events, nonprofit communications, or related work. Prior grant writing experience is preferred. We welcome strong writers who haven’t held a grant writer title.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in grants coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field such as public administration, nonprofit management, or communications
- Experience managing or coordinating federal, state, or foundation grant awards
- Proficiency with grants management software and federal portals such as Grants.gov and SAM.gov
- Strong writing skills for preparing grant narratives, reports, and compliance documentation
- Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, OMB regulations, or relevant funder compliance requirements
- Certified Grants Management Specialist credential preferred for senior or government-facing roles
Tips for Your Grants Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to grant cycles
Hiring managers scan for concrete outcomes, not duties. Quantify your contributions by grant size managed, number of awards administered, or reporting deadlines met on time. Generic administrative bullet points won't distinguish you in a competitive applicant pool.
Highlight compliance and reporting tools
Many postings require familiarity with federal systems like Grants.gov, SAM.gov, or specific foundation portals. Call these out by name in your resume's skills section so your application clears keyword screening in applicant tracking systems before a human ever reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists grants coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by funding source type
Federal grants roles demand knowledge of Uniform Guidance and OMB circulars, while foundation-focused positions emphasize relationship management and narrative writing. Identify your stronger area and filter your search accordingly to match where your actual experience sits.
Prepare a writing sample before interviews
Many grants coordinator interviews include a writing or editing exercise. Bring a redacted grant narrative or progress report you contributed to. If you're early-career, draft a short sample report from a volunteer or academic project to show you understand the format.
Negotiate start date around grant deadlines
Nonprofits and universities often have rigid grant submission calendars. If you're offered a role, ask about upcoming deadlines before accepting a start date. Starting two weeks before a major federal submission is high-pressure and knowing the schedule helps you negotiate a realistic timeline.
Grants Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most grants coordinators?
The most active employers for grants coordinators right now are Medical College of Wisconsin, MERCOR, and New York Life, and the most openings are in Florida, Wisconsin, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofits, universities, and health systems consistently represent the largest share of open roles.
How many grants coordinator jobs are remote?
About 67% of grants coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-driven nature of much of the work. Roles focused on reporting, compliance review, and grant writing tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions requiring in-person funder relationship management or on-site program oversight are more likely to require a physical presence.
How do you become a grants coordinator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a field like public administration, nonprofit management, or communications, then gain hands-on experience through grant writing, program coordination, or development work at a nonprofit or university. Build fluency with federal compliance frameworks and submission portals, and consider pursuing the Certified Grants Management Specialist credential to signal readiness for more complex federal award portfolios.
Can you get hired as a grants coordinator with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level grants coordinator roles exist, particularly at smaller nonprofits and community foundations that value potential over a long resume. Volunteer grant writing for local organizations, assisting a development office, or completing a grants management course builds a credible foundation. Emphasize transferable skills like research, writing, data tracking, and deadline management in your application materials.
What does the grants coordinator interview process look like?
Most grants coordinator interviews involve an initial screening call with HR, followed by a panel interview with the development director or finance team covering your compliance knowledge, reporting experience, and writing process. Many employers include a short written exercise, such as editing a progress report or drafting a brief budget narrative, to assess practical skills before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to grants coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to grants coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through multiple platforms or intermediaries.
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