Program Officer – Grants & Community Development

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency seeks an administrative professional to support Agency programs, manage documentation, and assist with grant-related processes in Harrisburg, PA. The role involves evaluating funding applications, monitoring awarded projects, and coordinating outreach activities for program promotion.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years of related experience, with emphasis on grant management and housing program knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or comparable work experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years of demonstrated related experience.
• Experience with grant management and housing/community development programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for Agency programs and maintain application materials and documentation.
• Review and evaluate funding applications for eligibility, feasibility, and funding considerations.
• Assist with monitoring and compliance of awarded projects and communicate with grantees.
• Promote departmental programs through data tracking, marketing, and outreach activities.
• Coordinate development and publication of an annual Spotlight Report for staff, stakeholders, and the Board.
• Conduct research on best practices and trends related to grant management and housing programs.
• Collaborate with the Office of Strategic Planning to support planning and policy initiatives.
• Attend training and professional development activities as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Data tracking

Oral & written communication

Policy awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration / business administration / nonprofit management / urban planning / community or economic development / project management

Job description

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency seeks an administrative professional to support Agency programs, manage documentation, and assist with grant-related processes in Harrisburg, PA. The role involves evaluating funding applications, monitoring awarded projects, and coordinating outreach activities for program promotion.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years of related experience, with emphasis on grant management and housing program knowledge.