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Philanthropy Delaware connects people and resources to advance the sector.  Below is a compiled list of job openings in Delaware and the region to create value for job seekers and employers in the philanthropic sector.

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Posted: May 5, 2025

ChristianaCare - Grant Program Coordinator

Salary Range: $69,000 - $90,000
ChristianaCare
is currently looking to hire a full-time Grant Program Coordinator to join our team at the Avenue North office, Wilmington, DE.
Working with the Grant Manager, this person will be responsible for professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing, and responding to federal and private grant opportunities, and managing the existing portfolio of 33 grants. The ideal candidate should possess excellent computer and business skills, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel) and also possess strong financial acumen. This individual will report to and collaborate with the Grant Program Manager to support the following programs:

  • School Based Wellness Centers (27 locations across New Castle County).
  • The Holloway Community Program that supports people living with HIV/AIDS, (located in Wilmington, DE and Georgetown, DE)
  • Two Juvenile Corrections facilities (Stevenson House in Milford, DE and The Ferris School in Wilmington, DE).​
  • Mobile Health Van.
  • Hope Center...among other assigned Complex Care programs.
How to Apply
Interested candidate should submit resume with cover letter to roselyn.torkornoo@christianacare.org. You may also apply here: https://careers.christianacare.org/posting/JR78389/. Interested candidates should attach an updated copy of their resume during the application process.
Work Schedule
  • Monday - Friday; day shift.
  • No weekends or holidays.
  • This is a 100% onsite position; potential for a hybrid schedule available but not guaranteed.
  • Remote Work Opportunities:  Whether a position can be supported for remote work will be assessed based on whether ChristianaCare is able to meet the business requirements of the proposed remote location. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Researching new funding and business development opportunities on a local, state, and federal level.
  • Maintaining and building relationships with funders and other strategic partners on a local, state, and national level.
  • Oversees the planning and implementation of all Complex Primary Care Programs grants and contracts, assuring adherence to grant and contract requirements. 
  • Acts on behalf of Christiana Care to review, accept, and manage complex awards that may involve non-standard terms, multiple investigators, multiple subawards, amendments.
  • Conducts financial reviews and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports of expenses assuring compliance with line-item budgets for Christiana Care grants and contracts.
  • Participates in auditing activities including payroll and level of effort reporting process.
  • Staying informed of Request for Proposal (RFP) announcements for new potential expansion of Complex Primary Care Programs.
  • Develops and maintains a master schedule of funding cycles, proposal submissions, and reporting deadlines.
  • Maintains a library of grant support documents including resumes, bios, IRS forms, Board/staff diversity lists, etc.
  • Reviews budget justifications to verify they are correct and in compliance with guidelines.
  • Reviews, revises, and submits prior approval requests as required by funders.
  • Ensures that required financial reports are completed and submitted in a timely manner.

Benefits & Incentives

  • Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
  • Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions.
  • Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out.
  • 12 week paid parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance
  • Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, insurance and much more. 

Position Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline required.
  • Minimum of three years of related experience and a proven track-record in grant writing and funding success required.
  • 5 years of equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted.

 





Learn More about Philanthropy as a Career 

Philanthropy: an unusual career | Di Cao | TEDxYouth@SWIS - YouTube

Speaker Didi has emphasized on the fact that one can be directly connected to society while having a satisfying career in social service. Di Cao a writer, a businesswoman, and a mother of two and is a Columbia University graduate with her concentration in Social Enterprise Administration and International Social Welfare. During Di’s studies at Columbia University, she worked with the United Nations as a Youth Advocate intern for the Sustainable Development Goals through direct public engagement, innovative communication technology (e.g., Virtual Reality) and big data.

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