Who We Are

At Camillus House, we are driven by our mission to serve the poor and homeless in South Florida. Guided by the teachings of St. John of God, we provide a wide range of services, including housing, healthcare, addiction treatment, and mental health support. Our core values—Hospitality, Compassion, Respect, Justice, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do, helping us restore dignity and hope to those in need.

Who You Are

You are a mission-driven professional with a passion for nonprofit work, resource development, and community impact. You have strong grant writing, compliance, and project management skills, and you thrive in environments that require precision, collaboration, and creativity. You are comfortable working across departments, aligning funding strategies with organizational goals, and ensuring compliance with grantor requirements. You excel at turning ideas into compelling proposals and are energized by securing resources to further Camillus House’s mission.

What You’ll Do

As the Grants Specialist, you will play a key role in securing and managing grant funding to sustain and expand Camillus House programs and initiatives. Reporting to the Associate Director of Compliance and Grants Administration, you will be responsible for pre-award research and proposal development, post-award monitoring and compliance, and ongoing communication with funders and internal teams. Your responsibilities include:

Grant Writing & Proposal Development

• Research, identify, and cultivate grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government entities.
• Develop compelling proposals, applications, and letters of inquiry tailored to funder priorities.
• Collaborate with program staff to design project descriptions, budgets, objectives, and measurable outcomes.
• Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and submissions.

Grant Compliance & Monitoring

• Ensure all funded projects adhere to grant requirements, regulations, and reporting deadlines.
• Monitor grant expenditures and budgets, working with finance to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Track changes or amendments to grant agreements, ensuring proper documentation.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare timely, accurate narrative and financial reports for funders.
• Maintain complete, organized grant records for audits, reviews, and internal reporting.
• Track and evaluate grant outcomes, aligning reporting with organizational goals.

Collaboration & Training

• Work closely with finance, program, and leadership teams to ensure successful implementation of funded projects.
• Provide training and guidance to program staff regarding compliance and reporting requirements.
• Participate in internal meetings and work groups to align grants strategy with organizational priorities.

Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate and recommend strategies to improve grant processes and outcomes.
• Stay current on trends, policies, and best practices in nonprofit grants management.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in grant writing, reporting, and compliance within a nonprofit organization.
• Proven success in securing funding from government, foundation, or corporate sources.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into persuasive proposals.
• Familiarity with nonprofit financial management, grant compliance, and fund accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database/reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish or Creole) preferred.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and ability to pass background and screening requirements.
• A deep commitment to Camillus House’s mission and core values.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Medical Plans (PPO & HMO options)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• GAP Insurance (fully paid by employer)
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Proactive Health Management Plan (PHMP) Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and work-life issues
• Pet Insurance (Nationwide)
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Floating Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Camillus House is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of equity. 

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