Grants & Data Specialist

SALT Outreach Inc; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

SALT Outreach Inc. seeks a Grants & Data Specialist to support fundraising, reporting, compliance, and data management. You will help ensure accurate program reporting, strong grant stewardship, and data-driven decisions.

The role emphasizes organization, analytical thinking, and growth into nonprofit grants, evaluation, and strategy. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a growing nonprofit and may include a hybrid-flexible schedule after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Experience with data management, reporting, or nonprofit administration.
• Grant writing and grant management experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; strong writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Grant Administration & Compliance – maintain calendars, reporting and compliance.
• Data Management & Reporting – collect data, validate, and generate reports.
• Grant Writing & Development Support – research funding opportunities and draft content.
• Strategic Projects – assist with special initiatives and cross-departmental work.

Skills

Data management

Grant writing

HMIS/CRM experience

MS Office & Google Workspace

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HMIS

CorSalis

CRM

Job description

Description

The Grants & Data Specialist supports SALT Outreach's fundraising, reporting, compliance, and data management functions. This position serves as a key member of the Grants & Data Department, helping ensure the organization maintains strong grant stewardship, accurate program reporting, and data-driven decision making.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to develop expertise in nonprofit grants, program evaluation, and organizational strategy. This role may offer opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within a rapidly growing nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The functions of this position include:

Grant Administration & Compliance - 40%

• Maintain grant calendars, reporting schedules, and compliance requirements.
• Track grant deliverables, outcomes, and reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate with program staff to collect required data, narratives, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare draft grant reports for review and submission.
• Maintain grant files, contracts, agreements, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with grant monitoring visits, audits, and funder requests.
• Support budget tracking and reimbursement documentation.

Data Management & Reporting - 30%

• Assist with data collection, validation, and reporting across organizational programs.
• Generate reports from HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), CorSalis (internal system), and other data tracking systems.
• Maintain outcome tracking tools and organizational dashboards.
• Support data quality efforts and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with annual reports, impact reports, board reports, and program evaluations.
• Analyze program outcomes and identify trends that support organizational decision-making.

Grant Writing & Development Support - 20%

• Research funding opportunities and prospective grant funders.
• Assist with proposal development and application assembly.
• Draft organizational narratives, program descriptions, and supporting grant content.
• Gather supporting documents and attachments for applications.
• Maintain funding prospect pipelines and grant tracking systems.
• Support stewardship activities and funder communications.

Strategic Projects - 10%

• Assist with special projects, new initiatives, and organizational growth efforts.
• Support strategic planning activities and cross-departmental initiatives.
• Participate in process improvement efforts and system development projects.
• Provide administrative and project management support for department priorities.

Requirements

Qualifications: Requirements:

• Experience with data management, reporting, research, or nonprofit administration preferred.
• Grant writing, grant management, HMIS, CRM, or database experience preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; nonprofit management, public administration, communications, business, social sciences, statistics, or related fields preferred.
• Relevant coursework or certifications in grant writing, data analysis, or project management is a plus.

Desired Characteristics:

• Passion for SALT Outreach's mission and the communities we serve.
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn complex systems.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Interest in leadership development and long-term professional growth.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Primarily in-office role with optional hybrid-flexible schedule as follows:
  • After 6 months of employment - 1 day/week remote
  • After 1 year of employment - 2 days/week remote