Grants Coordinator Job at Village Enterprise - Up to $72,000 Salary

Village Enterprise is a nonprofit organization focused on ending extreme poverty in rural Africa through entrepreneurship, innovation and collective action. The organization has a vision of lifting 20 million people out of extreme poverty by 2030. Its strategy focuses on embedding graduation programs into national systems, strengthening climate resilience and gender equity, and developing innovative financing approaches such as results-based funding. Grants Coordinator Job at Village Enterprise – Remote U.S. | $59,000–$72,000 Salary To support growth, Village Enterprise is seeking a Grants Coordinator to strengthen institutional fundraising, grants management, donor compliance and development systems. Job Title: Grants Coordinator Job Location: USA – Remote Contract: Contract Employment Type: Full-time | Employer: Salary: USD 59,000–72,000 per year, commensurate with experience, plus benefits The Grants Coordinator will support the Development team in identifying, securing and managing funding from institutional donors. About the Grants Coordinator Role Reporting to the Senior Director of Institutional Partnerships , the successful candidate will work closely with Development colleagues across the United States and East Africa. The position will contribute to both new business development and effective management of the organization’s grants portfolio. The role requires excellent organization, attention to detail and strong written communication skills, with a focus on maintaining efficient grant management processes that support ambitious fundraising objectives. Key Responsibilities Institutional Fundraising and Prospect Research Identify and research new funding opportunities aligned with Village Enterprise’s strategy. Conduct due diligence and background research on prospective donors. Prepare donor prospect profiles and relevant background information. Collaborate with Development and Programs teams on proposal strategy and design. Coordinate inputs from Programs, Finance and Monitoring & Evaluation teams for proposal development. Develop increasing responsibility for proposal narratives and donor engagement as experience grows. Track funding opportunities and ensure alignment with organizational fundraising priorities. Grants Management and Compliance Support donor reporting processes and ensure timely, high-quality submissions. Coordinate information and data collection across departments for donor reports. Verify and synthesize information required for donor reporting. Respond to donor information and communication requests in collaboration with senior team members. Maintain accurate grant records and reporting calendars in Salesforce. Support the development of a knowledge management system for past proposals, reports and donor intelligence. Help strengthen institutional memory and reduce reliance on individual knowledge. Data and Systems Management Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospect and grant records in Salesforce and linked Box folders. Support database accuracy and continuous process improvements. Work with the Director of Development Operations to improve development systems. Develop tools and workflows that streamline grant management and reporting. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through better data and systems management. Cross-Organizational Collaboration Participate in Development and organization-wide meetings. Prepare summaries, project briefs and materials for donor and partner engagement. Support special projects and initiatives assigned by Development leadership. Safeguarding Responsibilities Village Enterprise considers safeguarding everyone’s responsibility. The successful candidate will be expected to: Support continuous sensitization of program participants regarding risks of child abuse and sexual or financial exploitation. Promote awareness of prevention and response mechanisms. Ensure compliance with Village Enterprise safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct. Report safeguarding incidents involving children or adults in program operations for appropriate action and follow-up. Requirements Qualifications and Experience At least 2 years of experience in institutional fundraising or grants management. Experience working with bilateral, multilateral or foundation donors. Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Nonprofit Management or a related field. Strong organizational and time management abilities. High attention to detail and a proactive approach to work. Demonstrated willingness to develop further expertise in proposal writing and donor engagement. Familiarity with Salesforce or another customer relationship management (CRM) system. Experience in international development, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, is preferred. An interest in entrepreneurship, agriculture, gender equity or youth equity is an advantage but is not required. What Village Enterprise Offers The position offers: Remote working from within the United States. Competitive compensation of USD 59,000–72,000 per year . An opportunity to contribute to international development and poverty reduction in rural Africa. The opportunity to support innovative approaches to entrepreneurship, climate resilience and gender equity. Village Enterprise is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. The organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable law and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would create undue hardship. Key Details at a Glance Position: Grants Coordinator Location: USA – Remote Employment: Full-time Contract: Contract Reports to: Senior Director of Institutional Partnerships Salary: USD 59,000–72,000 per year + benefits Closing Date: Not specified Organization: Village Enterprise Sector: Nonprofit / International Development / Social Entrepreneurship #J-18808-Ljbffr ApplyNOW