Grant Manager- US Government Funding, Service to Armed Forces
 American Red Cross | |
paid holidays, 401(k)
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 United States, New Jersey, Newark | |
 Dec 21, 2024 | |
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Job Description: Why Choose Us? We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, tothe Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! What you need to know: The American Red Cross is looking for a full-time Program Officer for US Government (USG) Programs, Operations, and Engagement to support the American Red Cross' USG funding and engagement strategy and effectiveness. Core responsibilities will include: 1) Ensuring transparent and predictable guidance to Service to Armed Forces (SAF's) USG funding strategy and processes; 2) Developing effective approaches to engaging with USG partners across the organization; 3) Supporting SAF's engagement on USG policy and advocacy initiatives and priorities; 4) Strengthening SAF's awareness, capacity, and confidence on engaging with USG partners and increasing competitiveness on USG funding opportunities. This position will report to the Director of Business Operations for Service to the Armed Forces but will work collaboratively and cross-functionally with stakeholders throughout the organization both in headquarters and field offices. The work location for this exciting opportunity is virtual. The selected candidate will work 100% remotely from home and can be located anywhere in the United States. The position will require travel 1-2 times/yr. Where your career is a force for good: US Government Funding (Strategy/Tools)
US Government Engagement
USG Policy and Advocacy
USG Capacity and Learning
Compensation: The salary range for this position is $72,800 - 95,000. This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded. We do not offer an annual bonus for this role. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. What you need to succeed:
* Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Benefits for you:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws. AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce.American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations. Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights | |