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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The primary function of this role will be to support the post-award grants management environment. The Grant Solutions Specialist will work closely with Foundation staff and grant personnel (grant managers, project directors, supervisors) to support effective day-to-day management and recordkeeping of grant awards.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide hands-on support to grant personnel to ensure grant compliance, support program effectiveness and maximize reimbursements/ payments.

• Work with staff to develop and maintain checklists for workflow to meet the requirements of grant awards.

• Educate grant personnel on the flow of grant related expenses and revenue through the BSMH enterprise system.

• Assist grant personnel in preparing and reviewing accurate and timely fiscal reports and drawdowns to safeguard against under- or over- spending.

• Assist Foundation and Finance staff in correctly recording grant reimbursements and deliverable payments and establishing banking instructions for new grants.

• Support timely and accurate reporting using shared calendars, task lists and document storage solutions

• Provide technical support for the WorkdayTM environment.

• Stay abreast of funder and industry developments and regulations.

• Work closely with internal departments and external business partners to maintain and enhance post-award compliance and reinforce and amplify communications from the Foundation, funders and regulatory agencies

• Identify educational needs related to post-award management and participate in the development of new trainings on WorkdayTM features and functionality.

• Assist Foundation staff with updates to Foundation grant policies, procedures and manuals.

• Assist the Foundation with additional grant-related tasks, as assigned.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Preferred- Certified Grant Management Specialist (CGMS)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, public administration, nonprofit management, healthcare management, project management, or related field preferred, or significant relevant experience.

Work Experience

Two years of grant and or budget management using enterprise accounting software required. Five years of grant and or budget management using enterprise accounting software preferred.

Training

Well-versed in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook) and Microsoft Teams (required)

CRM experience (preferred).

WorkdayTM (preferred)

PowerBI experience (preferred)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:

• Proficiency in WorkdayTM Grants or similar platform.
• Ability to analyze grant contracts and regulations
• Computer literate with the ability to acquire new skills readily.

​Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Experience working on remote teams
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Proactive attitude and desire for continuous performance improvement
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and with cross- functional teams to manage goals and deadlines
• Ability to efficiently set and manage multiple priorities.
• Team-oriented with excellent communication and teaching skills.
• Highly organized and patient
• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Experience with healthcare philanthropy.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com