Grants Specialist

Description

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Grants Specialist to join our client's team in Waterloo, Iowa. This is a contract opportunity with the ability to earn a permanent seat for the right person! You will be part of a team that leads the full grant lifecycle-identifying funding sources, crafting competitive proposals, managing timelines, and coordinating submissions from idea to award.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Collaborating with internal resource development and foundation staff to align public and private funding opportunities with institutional priorities.

+ Researching, interpreting, sharing, pursuing, developing, submitting, and supporting the implementation of grant opportunities at the local, state, and national levels.

+ Assisting with planning, developing, writing, and editing grant proposals, including narrative and budget components.

+ Coordinating with internal and external partners to gather, analyze, and present data needed for grant applications.

+ Supporting and implementing institutional grant development processes that address strategic needs and priorities.

+ Maintaining accurate records of submitted and awarded grant proposals.

+ Serving as a point of contact and institutional representative in communications with funding agencies.

+ Participating in committees, work groups, or projects as assigned.

+ Performing related duties as needed.

Requirements

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling five years.

+ Proven ability to identify funding opportunities and align them with institutional goals and priorities.

+ Strong skills in reading, interpreting, and applying complex regulations and grant guidelines.

+ Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with diverse groups.

+ Experience in grant writing, data entry, and working with federal grants.

+ Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet deadlines.

Talent Match®

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ()  and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ()  and Privacy Notice () .