Grants Program Lead - Impact & Compliance (Onsite, Columbia)

Find Great People | FGP; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Find Great People | FGP seeks a Grants Program Specialist to lead the full grant lifecycle for community development initiatives in Columbia, SC. This is a direct hire, onsite role focused on compliance, budgeting, and measurable local impact.

You will manage applications, monitor progress, coordinate with partners, and prepare performance reports to demonstrate outcomes. A 2+ year background in grants or program administration is expected, with knowledge of federal grant rules.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of grants management or program administration experience.
• Experience managing grants across the full lifecycle.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience with federal, state, or nonprofit grant programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage grants from application through project closeout.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal grant regulations and funding guidelines.
• Provide technical assistance and support to applicants and grant recipients.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support successful project implementation.
• Review reimbursement requests and project documentation.
• Track program outcomes and prepare impact and performance reports.
• Identify process improvements to enhance grant administration and accessibility.
• Communicate regularly with applicants, awardees, and partner organizations.

Skills

Grants management

Program administration

Federal grant compliance

Communication

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Find Great People | FGP seeks a Grants Program Specialist to lead the full grant lifecycle for community development initiatives in Columbia, SC. This is a direct hire, onsite role focused on compliance, budgeting, and measurable local impact.

You will manage applications, monitor progress, coordinate with partners, and prepare performance reports to demonstrate outcomes. A 2+ year background in grants or program administration is expected, with knowledge of federal grant rules.