Population Health Grants Coordinator

National Kidney Foundation; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Population Health Grants Coordinator to join their mission-driven team. This role involves administrative support and grant coordination for various health initiatives, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects while collaborating with diverse teams. With a commitment to enhancing lives through kidney health, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful health programs. Join a passionate team that values integrity, compassion, and innovation, and help drive meaningful change in the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Plan with Matching Contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of administrative experience preferred with grant coordination a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate grant application development and track grant status.
• Schedule meetings and manage calendars for executives and teams.
• Maintain budget information and assist with travel arrangements.

Skills

Research Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

SmartSheet

Job description

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $57,000.00 Annually

WHO WE ARE

Fueled by passion and urgency, the National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in our work, we enhance lives through action, education, and accelerating change.

WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

NKF’s Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it.

• Accountability - Earn and Keep Trust
• Collaboration - Work as a team
• Communication - Empower with information
• Compassion - Lead with care and respect

POSITION SUMMARY

The Population Health Grants Coordinator provides a range of administrative and grant coordination activities for the Population Health department including the NVP, Clinical Practice Innovation and Population Health, CKDintercept, Health Equity, and Population Health teams. This includes heavy calendar management and serving as a liaison between executives, volunteer committees and workgroups, and other departments. They will exercise independent judgment in the resolution of administrative concerns and will work closely and collaboratively with appropriate team members to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with other team members to schedule and orchestrate meetings.
• Collaborate with the Population Health team on the identification of grant opportunities, coordination of grant application development, input of grant programs into grant systems, tracking grant status, and administration of grant contracts, deliverables, and invoicing.
• Facilitate and track activities and projects of the Population Health and Health Equity teams, compiling outcome metrics for Population Health grant activities and coordinating with Corporate Relations and other teams regarding outcomes, deliverables, Salesforce reports, etc.
• Maintain budget information for the department and input and track Population Health contracts, expenses, and payments.
• Schedule, organize, and track conference calls and internal meetings, taking/transcribing minutes as requested.
• Assist with editing and formatting PowerPoint presentations and other documents.
• Assist the team in travel arrangements as requested.
• Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Minimum three to four years job-related office administrative experience is preferred, with previous grant or research coordination a plus.
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather and synthesize information from various sources.
• Advanced organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while demonstrating attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide a high level of customer service.
• Word processing skills, computer literate on Microsoft Office Software, Outlook Calendar. Must be able to create charts and graphs. Proficiency in Salesforce and/or SmartSheet is a plus.
• Ability to work without close supervision; to set priorities and perform multiple tasks, dealing effectively with deadlines and time pressure.
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
• Flexible for business travel 1-3 times a year.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work/life Integration: Enjoy plenty of vacation time, sick leave, and holidays so you can recharge, regroup, or reflect—and come back ready to tackle anything.
• Support for Your Health: We've got your back with top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your loved ones.
• Peace of Mind: Rest easy knowing you're covered with life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions to secure your future.
• Creative savings: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts to save on eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Easy Commuting: Reduce your stress with our commuter benefits program for transit and parking expenses.
• Support When You Need It: Access confidential counseling, support services, and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
• A Chance to Spread the Word: Share the love and earn rewards by referring awesome folks to join our team.
• A Big Tent: We're all about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard.
• Mission-Fueled Culture: Join a team that's passionate about making a difference and guided by values like integrity, compassion, and innovation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At the National Kidney Foundation, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity apply to both our workforce and the communities we serve as they relate to kidney health and kidney disease prevention. It is the policy of NKF to provide equality of employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, qualified handicap or disability, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, political affiliation or veteran status, or any other factor or reason prohibited by relevant local, state, and federal fair employment laws.

The Equal Employment Opportunity policy will apply to all employment practices of NKF, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, layoffs, transfers, and discipline. Implementation of the Equal Employment Opportunity policy is the shared responsibility of the management of NKF.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The National Kidney Foundation does not accept resumes from third-party recruitment/search firms. Please do not forward resumes to NKF employees, company locations, or email addresses. NKF is not responsible for any fees related to resumes not solicited by NKF Recruiting.

WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION

Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness while possessing a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism. Verbal and written communication skills will be used daily. Maintain effectiveness under pressure. Competency in the use of a multiple-line telephone, computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment. Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. Flexible to work evenings and weekends as needed. Available for overnight business travel. Must have a valid driver’s license.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.