Grants Manager and Writer

ELOS Environmental, an Aventia Company (ELOS) is seeking a full-time Grants Manager and Writer. This person will oversee federal and state grants for governmental entities throughout Louisiana and in other states.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):

• Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities for client.
• Create annual plans with targeted grant opportunities to meet the client’s priorities.
• Develop community profiles with plans, demographics, and other information that can form the basis of grant applications.
• Collaborate with program managers, staff, and stakeholders to gather necessary information for grant applications.
• Develop customized and comprehensive grant applications that include narratives, budgets, demographics, maps, and other supporting documentation. Applications typically focus on infrastructure and municipal/parish/county programs.
• Once awarded, manage the grant project, including schedule, budget, policies, procurement, contracts, reimbursements, and closeout.
• Manage compliance with grant requirements and reporting deadlines.
• Act as a client liaison with funding agencies and community organizations.
• Provide training to client on grant application basics, best practices, and compliance requirements.