Grants & Data Coordinator

Human Service Chamber; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom a la Cart is seeking a Grants and Data Coordinator to manage grant lifecycle, perform thoughtful data analysis, and report program outcomes to funders. The role supports engagement and fundraising, with responsibilities across grant coordination, data systems, and administrative duties.

The successful candidate will handle proposal writing, deadlines, data quality audits, and cross-department collaboration, reporting to the Senior Engagement Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit or equivalent experience.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Solid data management skills with spreadsheets/CRM experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reports and stakeholders.
• Analytical skills to track data for grants and reporting.
• Team player with strong work ethic and can-do attitude.
• Problem-solving, sound judgment in new situations.
• Flexible to evolving needs of a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Grant Coordination: identify opportunities, write proposals, track deadlines, and maintain documentation.
• Data & Database Coordination: manage Bloomerang/Sure Impact, audit data quality, ensure data integrity.
• Administrative & Additional Support: represent Engagement Team, assist events and fundraising as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Proactive / self-motivated

Data management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Problem solving

Adaptability / flexible

DEI commitment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nonprofit Management or Development

Tools

CRM systems

Spreadsheets

Bloomerang

Sure Impact

Google Drive / data tools

Job description

At Freedom a la Cart we are passionate about the survivors of human trafficking we serve, our customers, our volunteers, our business partners and our staff. Freedom a la Cart is an innovative, nonprofit social enterprise and workforce development program born to help survivors of human trafficking build a new life of freedom and self-sufficiency. What started as a single food cart is now a bustling catering company and café + bakery. We work hard, have fun and roll up our sleeves to empower survivors.

Freedom a la Cart’s Engagement team works to create and cultivate relationships within the community, educate individuals on our organizational mission, and motivate individuals to become advocates and allies of Freedom a la Cart and survivors within our community.

The Grants and Data Coordinator will help share Freedom’s mission, vision, and impact by grant lifecycle management, conducting thoughtful data analysis, and compelling reporting of program outcomes to funders and stakeholders.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Grant Coordination

• Regularly identify new grant opportunities that align with Freedom a la Cart’s mission and funding priorities.
• Conduct thorough research, writing, data analysis, and preparation of grant proposals and reports, ensuring accuracy.
• Facilitate cross-departmental meetings with appropriate staff to support the development of upcoming grant applications when necessary.
• Proactively update and track grant calendar, compliance, deadlines, and reporting requirements to maintain strong funder relationships.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized grant documentation by ensuring all materials are properly labeled, stored, and uploaded to the correct Google Drive folders.
• Update and maintain grant tracking spreadsheets upon award decision, ensuring all required financial, programmatic, and reporting information is accurately recorded and kept current.
• Manage the full grant reporting cycle, including tracking deadlines, coordinating data collection, preparing accurate and compliant reports, and submitting deliverables to funders on time.

Data and Database Coordination

• Contribute to the effective management, upkeep, and optimization of organizational data systems (Bloomerang, Sure Impact)
• Monitor the program data system by conducting regular audits, cleaning records, and implementing data quality standards to ensure integrity, reliability, and usability across departments, while proactively identifying issues and escalating them to the appropriate staff for resolution.
• Coordinate grant-related data collection, tracking, and analysis in collaboration with program and finance staff to support accurate reporting and funder compliance.
• Develop and maintain data management processes, documentation, and best practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
• Analyze and summarize organizational data to generate key metrics and insights for annual reports, impact summaries, and other strategic communications.

Administrative & Additional Support

• Act as a team representative at meetings and events, ensuring strong visibility and engagement on behalf of Freedom a la Cart.
• Proactively take on additional responsibilities and projects as assigned to support the organization’s mission and operational success, including supporting Engagement Team events and fundraising initiatives as needed.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who is passionate about community engagement and eager to grow and develop personally and professionally.

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Nonprofit Management or Development) or equivalent experience
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage time and prioritize requests to meet competing deadlines
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively across teams
• Solid data management skills, with experience organizing, tracking, and maintaining information in spreadsheets and CRM systems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reports, emails, and stakeholder correspondence
• Analytical skills to compile, track, and report on data for grants and organizational needs
• A total team player with strong work ethic and “can-do” attitude
• Ability to problem-solve, troubleshoot, anticipate needs and apply sound judgment in new or unusual situations
• Flexible with the ever ebbing and flowing needs of a growing company
• Most importantly, love to have fun while creating a more inclusive and equitable world!

This role reports to the Senior Engagement Manager.

We offer a competitive salary, flexible work hours, and a supportive work environment that values your unique talents and contributions.

At Freedom a la Cart, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply, including those who have experienced trafficking and exploitation themselves.