Grants & Compliance Coordinator - Hybrid (Public Funding)

Youth Guidance; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401k

Flexible spending accounts

Pet insurance

Wellness program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Youth Guidance in Chicago, IL is seeking a Grants Coordinator to sustain and grow public-sector funding by coordinating administration, reporting, and compliance for government grants. You will manage deadlines in Salesforce, gather data, draft proposals, and partner with Finance, Program, and EQI teams.

Approximately 80% grant admin and 20% project support for External Affairs. Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years grant experience required; strong writing and communication skills are essential;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in project management, grant administration, or high-level administrative work.
• Experience with writing and coordinating government or philanthropic grants strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grant Administration & Reporting: manage deadlines, records, and reporting metrics.
• Grant Prospecting & Writing: identify funding opportunities and help draft proposals.
• Team & Administrative Support: assist External Affairs and cross-functional staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance and timely submission of required funder materials.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Youth Guidance in Chicago, IL is seeking a Grants Coordinator to sustain and grow public-sector funding by coordinating administration, reporting, and compliance for government grants. You will manage deadlines in Salesforce, gather data, draft proposals, and partner with Finance, Program, and EQI teams.

Approximately 80% grant admin and 20% project support for External Affairs. Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years grant experience required; strong writing and communication skills are essential;