Remote Grants & Contracts Specialist

Great Plains Institute for Sustainable Development; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) plan

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

FSA/HSA

Paid time off

Professional development allowance

Communication stipend

Job summary

Great Plains Institute seeks a Grants and Contracts Associate to support proposal submissions, contract processing, and tracking systems. The role emphasizes detail, process orientation, and collaboration within our administrative team.

Based in the Minneapolis area, this full-time position offers a competitive salary, health and retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities as we advance our mission to accelerate the transition to net-zero carbon.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years demonstrated administrative experience.
• Previous knowledge and experience with nonprofit grants and/or contract processing a plus.
• High degree of detail-orientation and accuracy. Able to work both independently, and in collaboration with others.
• Fluent in relevant computer programs in a Microsoft environment including: SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Competency in Adobe Acrobat Pro app. Salesforce a plus.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interactive communication and typing skills.
• Alignment with the mission and goals of the Great Plains Institute.

Responsibilities

• Provide grants and revenue contracts support throughout proposal creation and submission.
• Assist program staff through the proposal lead up and submission process.
• Maintain tracking systems (SharePoint, Salesforce, etc.) and update records.
• Process award documents, obtain signatures, and file records electronically.
• Create deliverable reminders and monitor report requirements.
• Register and maintain organization portal accounts and vendor records.
• Assist with contract-to-hire processes, including drafting contracts and coordinating reviews.
• Support cross-organizational workflows and general administrative tasks.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Adobe Acrobat Pro

CRM platforms

Tools

Salesforce

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat Pro

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Great Plains Institute seeks a Grants and Contracts Associate to support proposal submissions, contract processing, and tracking systems. The role emphasizes detail, process orientation, and collaboration within our administrative team.

Based in the Minneapolis area, this full-time position offers a competitive salary, health and retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities as we advance our mission to accelerate the transition to net-zero carbon.