Grants and Contracts Administrator at Columbus House, Inc.

Compensation

$65,000 – $67,000/yr

Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

Description

Columbus House is hiring a full-time, FLSA-exempt Grants and Contracts Administrator to research funding opportunities, write and track grant proposals and contracts, coordinate grant activity across departments, manage funding calendars and documentation, and support reporting and program onboarding. The role reports to the Chief Development Officer, requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of grant-writing experience, and offers a salary of $65,000–$67,000 plus benefits.

Required Skills

Grant writing
Grant research
Microsoft Office
Concord
Instrumental
Funder knowledge
Government portals

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Required Previous Experiences: At least three years of progressively responsible experience researching and writing effective grant proposals
Preferred Qualifications: Commitment to ongoing professional development
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of complex financial information, budgets, and audited financial statements
Ability to articulate the organization’s mission and programs
Strong stakeholder relationship skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
Understanding of agency financial goals
Deadline-oriented self-starter
Organizational and collaborative skills
Knowledge of Connecticut state agencies and funders
Experience with government grant portals
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Translation Company Name: Columbus House

About Columbus House, Inc.

Columbus House, Inc.

non-profit organization

Columbus House is a non-profit organization that serves people in Connecticut experiencing homelessness by providing life-saving outreach, shelter, and housing.

Open roles: 14
New in 30 days: 5
Founded: 1982

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