• Search for grant opportunities at align with the business plan of the Texas offices.
• Conduct Go/No Go meetings for all grant opportunities.
• Maintains accurate and timely records within internal database systems.
• Write and submit grant proposals.
• Work with Programs and Finance departments on the development of all budget proposals for grants and propose budget modifications throughout the year as needed.
• Submit all documents needed by HQ for grants to be approved internally.
• Form and maintain relationships with community partners and donors.
• Maintain a broad and deep understanding of donor policies, regulations and procedures and build this knowledge among programs team members.
• Developing relationships with sub awardees, performing due diligence, and developing subaward agreements.
• Ensure proper representation of the Grant department views in strategic cross-departmental projects within IRC by building strong relationships among relevant staff members.
• Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the team.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in related field strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years of progressive responsibilities in grant writing, budgeting, managing federal and/or state grants, and donor relations experience required.
• Previous non-profit agency / grant-funded environment experience strongly preferred.
• Prior team management experience & knowledge of donor regulations strongly preferred.
• Experience working with and influencing, senior colleagues to tackle complex challenges and agreed mutually beneficial decisions.
• High degree of professional integrity, ability, and commitment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
• Solid organizational skills: detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong training, facilitation, and coaching skills preferred.

Good interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

Ability to:

• Maintain relationships with community partners and donors.
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective, and friendly working environments.
• Work independently with minimum supervision and meet schedule and timeline.
• Operate a computer and all office equipment assigned for work efficiency.