Assistant Program Development/Grant Writing Specialist

Ponca City Development Authority; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ponca City Development Authority is seeking an Assistant Program Development/Grant Writing Specialist in Kaw City, OK. The role focuses on drafting and proofreading grant applications, researching funding sources, and preparing progress reports.

The position requires a high school diploma with at least one year in grant writing or development; an Associates degree is preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and grant writing experience required.
• Associates degree preferred in business, accounting, or office administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with deadlines in mind.

Responsibilities

• Proofread grant applications and suggest changes to Director.
• Research potential funding sources and opportunities.
• Maintain statistics for grants and progress reports.
• Maintain Grant Status Report spreadsheet.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for grants and contracts.
• Keep all information about the Nation confidential.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Grant writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Funding research

Reporting

Education

Associates Degree in Business, Accounting, or Office Administration

High School diploma

Job description

TITLE: ASSISTANT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT/GRANT WRITING SPECIALIST

LOCATION: KAW CITY, OK

QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational requirements include a High School diploma with at least one (I) year of experience in the grant writing/development field. An Associates Degree in Business, Accounting, or Office Administration is preferred. Additional experience may be substituted for educational requirements. Must possess and demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Demonstrated organizational ability and an ability to meet deadlines. Must be familiar with funding research, identification of potential funding opportunities, federal grant program organization, and reporting methods. Must be able to process and disseminate information to the Program Development Specialists and/or Director. Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Responsible for proofreading grant applications prior to submission and recommending changes to Director.
• 2. Responsible for researching potential funding sources.
• 3. Responsible for maintaining/obtaining statistical information to use in support of grant applications and progress reports.
• 4. Maintain Grant Status Report spreadsheet.
• 5. Assist the Director in developing/maintaining the Program Development/Grants and Contracts policies and procedures manual.
• 6. Must hold all information regarding the Nation in the strictest of confidence in all matters, responsibilities, and duties performed under this position.
• 7. Assist with/complete any other job duties that might be assigned by immediate/controlling supervisor.