Grants & Contracts Coordinator

**About DEWC**

**Job Summary**

The Grants and Contract Coordinator will be responsible for the overall management of government funding grants and contracts of the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC). She will plan, develop, and administer a diverse range of funding contract activities to increase funding sources including from government granting agencies.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Grants and Contract Coordinator will pursue funding opportunities to support the services, programs and project work and that reflect the mission and statement of principles of the society. She will work from a feminist perspective and within an anti-oppression framework

**Key Duties & Responsibilities**
- In collaboration with the Fund Development team and Fundraising Committee, develops and implements a fundraising strategy relating to government grants and contracts
- Researches, and follows-up with government agencies to identify and evaluate potential funding sources.
- Manages and maintains all aspects of government contracts including, liaising with program managers, submitting required reports, preparing contract work plans, and up-dating files.
- Ensures that government contract files and data base are kept up to date
- Ensures timely submissions of all government funding reports and communications
- Prepares internal and external communication relating to government grants and contracts including submissions to the Annual report
- Maintains and updates government grant and contract information within the donor software
- Prepares reports and updates to the Executive Director, and Board of Directors
- Works in collaboration with the Executive Director and Fund Development team to develop an Annual Operating Budget
- Reviews financial statements to ensure funds are expended in accordance with the funding agreements and annual budgets.
- Liaises with the DEWC Auditor regarding government funding contracts
- In collaboration with the management and staff teams, reviews DEWC programs and services to ensure they meet policy guidelines, funding contracts, and reflect established priorities.
- Other related duties not specified that may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications required:

- At least 3 years experience in non-profit fund development including donor engagement, grant writing and administration
- Knowledge of non-profit financial and account operations including budget creation
- Must be IT proficient with current and extensive data base experience
- Knowledge of non-profit financial and account operations including budget creation
- Efficient organizational skills including record keeping, scheduling, and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated administrative skills, including report writing
- Strong conflict resolution skills and practice
- Excellent communication skills required, including the ability to work in a respectful and cooperative manner with donors, co-workers, and centre members
- Ability to work within a sometimes chaotic environment and with a diverse community of women
- Must have a strong working knowledge and analysis of the issues impacting women in the DTES, including violence against women, mental health, homelessness, and addictions
- Women with addiction issues need to be at least 2 years clean and sober

**Benefits of Joining the DEWC Team**
- Healthcare: Extended health & dental coverage including vision; prescription medications; alternative therapies; EAP; life insurance; and long-term disability.
- Paid time off: 3 weeks paid vacation in the 1st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 12 paid statutory holidays; 12 paid sick days annually; and access to time off to handle family or personal situations.
- For your Retirement: Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC.
- Other perks: Compressed work schedule; employee loan program; regular staff development days; and DEWC employees are considered first for any open positions.

**POSITION DETAILS**:

- Permanent
- Full-time
- Excluded position - Salary - $57K to $67K depending on experience + generous health and welfare benefits
- Posting Closing Date: Open until the position is filled, Start Date: ASAP

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $57,000.00-$67,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Work Location: In person