Grant Associate: Youth Programs & Grants (Hybrid)

Latin American Youth Center; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation & holidays

Telework 1–2 days/week

Job summary

Latin American Youth Center in Washington, DC is seeking a Grants Associate to support administration of grants, coordinate with program staff, and develop grant-writing skills for diverse youth programming. You will work with senior management and LAYC colleagues to prepare competitive proposals and reports in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while serving communities we support.

Qualifications

• Diverse backgrounds experience required
• Strong written communication and organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hybrid environment
• Clearances for background checks required

Responsibilities

• Lead grant administration and maintain documentation systems.
• Collaborate with Grants team to establish policies.
• Write, revise, and submit grant applications and reports.
• Coordinate with Learning and Evaluation on programmatic data.
• Review and provide feedback on drafts.
• Edit LAYC documents and communications.
• Develop knowledge of LAYC programs and financing.

Skills

Diversity experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Independent problem-solving

Attention to detail

Hybrid work readiness

Flexible schedule

Background clearances

Cultural communication

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Writing experience (1-2 years)

Job description

Latin American Youth Center in Washington, DC is seeking a Grants Associate to support administration of grants, coordinate with program staff, and develop grant-writing skills for diverse youth programming. You will work with senior management and LAYC colleagues to prepare competitive proposals and reports in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while serving communities we support.