Grants Administrator jobs in Chico, CA

Program Specialist – Grants Administration

• Full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position.
• Reports to the Grant Manager
• Position is based in Redding, CA or Chico, CA. Company does not pay relocation costs
• $22.00 - $23.50 hour, commensurate with background and experience
• Please apply through really, and send a cover letter and resume.

We will only consider candidates who submit a cover letter and resume.

The Mission and Opportunity
United Way of Northern California (UWNC), based in Redding, is part of the world’s largest philanthropic network
and the globe’s largest non-governmental funder of social services. UWNC fights for the health, education, and
financial stability of all residents in its nine-county territory and is there for residents in times of crisis. UWNC aims to
expand operations fully throughout the region. Services include but are not limited to, the 211 human services
helpline; crisis and disaster relief and recovery; financial stability programs; activities that address homelessness; and
Public Health information and education.

Job Summary
The Program Specialist – Grants Administration will focus on helping execute programs that deliver grants to
non-profits and organizations that align with UWNC goals. This role will also assist in community activities to assess
social services needs throughout the region in a way that informs UWNC’s programmatic response to those needs. To
perform effectively, the Program Specialist will maintain productive and meaningful relationships with staff from
non-profit organizations throughout the region. This role requires a commitment to UWNC’s mission of service to
others; strong listening and analytical skills; the ability to develop productive relationships with multiple
stakeholders, both internal and external; and a commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, coupled
with the ability and willingness to incorporate those principles in day-to-day operations. The Program Specialist may
assist in other areas, including, but not exclusive to, community outreach, disaster services, and volunteer
recruitment.

Principal Job Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the agency’s leadership and volunteer committees, assist in implementing programs that

• Screen and process funding requests; manage documentation related to funding disbursement
• Maintain relationships with community partners, including participation in community-based committees and

collaboratives

• Work with program staff and community engagement team to learn from grantees by facilitating

• Provide technical assistance for grant activities
• Coordinate with Marketing staff to tell the story of the positive impact of our grants-out programs through

collected media, data and anecdotes

• Assist in the development of reports that inform staff, volunteer committees, the Board of Directors, and

• Participate in community “listening” exercises and other activities that broaden our ground-level knowledge
• Coordinate closely with administrative and finance staff and others on the program team to ensure accurate

tracking of grant activity

• Represent UWNC and its programs at community events and meetings; activities may take place throughout

• Provide administrative support to program management staff; assist with general grant and program

• Assist in disaster relief and recovery activities, as well as outreach events, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Highly organized
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interest and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion. Comfortable interacting with individuals

from diverse backgrounds and varying socio-economic circumstances

• Flexible and adaptable; adept at multi-tasking
• Personable; works well in a team environment
• Valid driver’s license is required. Must have access to reliable transportation in a vehicle carrying valid and

current insurance.

Preferred Skills and Attributes

• Knowledgeable about North State communities and their social services needs
• Demonstrated computer abilities: proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience managing contracts and/or grants
• Two years of staff/volunteer experience in the non-profit or social services fields
• Experience in professional and public interactions with a wide variety of diverse populations
• Bilingual / multilingual a plus
• Ability to work comfortably on a keyboard through an eight-hour shift
• May be asked to lift and carry up to 15 pounds

United Way of Northern California offers medical, dental, and health benefits; paid vacation and sick time; 12 paid
holidays per year; company-paid life insurance, 401k Retirement Savings Program, and an Employee Assistance Program.

This position requires occasional availability for nights and weekends. It also requires independent travel throughout our
nine-county region. UWNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment at UWNC is contingent on submission to background checks, including criminal and DMV checks.
All UWNC employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid-19.

Commitment to Diversity and Anti-Racism
United Way of Northern California is strongly and deeply committed to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and
anti-racism. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion,
creed, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or
mental disability, medical condition, and marital status. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form.

We strive to ensure that our staff and our volunteers – including volunteer leadership on our Board of Directors and its
committees – reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.