Regional US Programs & Grants Coordinator

IDEA; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEA (Islamic Development & Empowerment in America) seeks a Regional US Program Coordinator in Alsip, IL to support grant implementation and seasonal events as an extension of the US Programs Team. The role focuses on coordinating partners, monitoring grantees, and ensuring program objectives align with IDEA’s mission.

The ideal candidate will manage regional relationships, conduct site visits, assist with proposals and training modules, and travel as needed to support organizational activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least three years in social services/non-profit.
• Ability to travel as needed to support organizational activities.
• Strong project management and deadline orientation.
• Fluency in English; another language a plus.

Responsibilities

• Primary contact for all programmatic partners within the region and maintain strong relationships.
• Understand and communicate the programmatic context of the assigned region.
• Review regional grants applications (first line).
• Conduct quarterly visits to current program partners.
• Identify programmatic needs and opportunities in the region.
• Engage in community outreach for programmatic purposes.
• Plan and oversee regional IDEA seasonal events (Ramadan, Qurbani, Day of Dignity, Thanksgiving feeding).
• Serve as liaison to external partners for Seasonal Events and US Grants; design and execute service projects with US Program Team.
• Assist in developing program proposals, strategies and training modules.
• Maintain program database and records for monitoring results.

Skills

Logistics

Project management

Communication

Grant writing

English fluency

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Social media

Job description

IDEA (Islamic Development & Empowerment in America) seeks a Regional US Program Coordinator in Alsip, IL to support grant implementation and seasonal events as an extension of the US Programs Team. The role focuses on coordinating partners, monitoring grantees, and ensuring program objectives align with IDEA’s mission.

The ideal candidate will manage regional relationships, conduct site visits, assist with proposals and training modules, and travel as needed to support organizational activities