Programs Assistant, Food Assistance & Grants

Disabled-Veterans-National-Foundation; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Disabled-Veterans-National-Foundation is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Food Assistance program, handling administrative tasks, grant intake, documentation, and coordinated groceries. Under the DOO, you will collaborate with the Program Administrator, maintain file accuracy, assist with reporting, outreach, and day-to-day program needs.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills in a collaborative nonprofit setting, with a focus on accuracy and

Qualifications

• Assist with intake of Food Assistance grant applications.
• Organize and maintain grant documentation throughout processing.
• Support applicant outreach and assist grantees during the application.
• Review applications and progress reports for completeness.
• Respond to routine inquiries and escalate complex matters.
• Maintain central grant files and ensure accuracy to closeout.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program support for DVNF’s Food Assistance program.
• Assist with budget documentation collection for review.
• Coordinate grocery orders and deliveries.
• Prepare reporting and grant closeout activities.
• Document grantee success stories and points of connection.
• Support day-to-day program department needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Flexibility

Professionalism

Job description

Disabled-Veterans-National-Foundation is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Food Assistance program, handling administrative tasks, grant intake, documentation, and coordinated groceries. Under the DOO, you will collaborate with the Program Administrator, maintain file accuracy, assist with reporting, outreach, and day-to-day program needs.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills in a collaborative nonprofit setting, with a focus on accuracy and