Grants and Funding Manager - Kingwood, United States - COGECO

Description

Our culture lifts you up-there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type:
Regular

Job Description :

About Our Company
Breezeline is a dynamic, innovative company providing the very best Internet, TV, and Voice service to the US markets we serve. We Are 'Above And Beyonders', who consistently strive to surprise and delight our customers by doing the unexpected. We continually look for new and better ways to enrich our customers' lives through connected and memorable experiences.

As the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States, Breezeline reaches more than 1.7 million homes and businesses in 13 states with Internet, TV, Voice and fiber services. Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Breezeline is a subsidiary of Cogeco Communications Inc. (TSX:CCA).

Why Work At Breezeline?
As one of the country's fast-growing Internet service providers, Breezeline offers our colleagues a vibrant workplace culture and excellent career opportunities. As a proudly diverse and inclusive organization, we believe that every person's unique individuality should be welcomed and celebrated, and their abilities and potential should be honored and recognized. It is a key part of our culture to actively promote opportunities internally to ensure that you are never static in your career with us.

Internal Values - How we act
We're proud that Breezeline is unlike any other employer in the industry. We work hard, but we never lose sight of the big picture. We understand that our colleagues are looking for more than just a great job - they want an extraordinary life - and at Breezeline, we want to make that a reality.

And here is how we do it.

Fun: We laugh a lot. It makes every day brighter, and if you don't love what you do, you're not doing it right.

Job flexibility: We think everything you do matters - at work and home.

Discounted services: We offer our customers some fantastic services, and we think you deserve to enjoy them in your home, too.

Total Rewards: Let's be honest, everyone wants to make a good salary. We offer attractive total rewards and a great culture to go along with it. We've got you and your family covered with one of the best packages in the business.

Career evolution: At Breezeline, you get more than just a job. You get all the tools you need to learn, grow, and achieve your career goals

Cutting-edge technology: Do you have a passion for technology? Great, we do, too. At Breezeline, you will get the opportunity to manage, influence, play, create, fix, and re-shape the industry.

About The Job
The outstanding Grants and Funding Manager is primarily responsible for re-enforcing relationships with local, state and federal funding agencies as well as ensuring that grant programs operate efficiently. Will also be responsible for streamlining grant administration and keeping our organization fiscally sound while maintaining strict compliance with the guidelines of specific grant awards.

We are searching for a methodical and strategic grants manager to work with our organization in identifying new sources of funding and developing sustainable and effective grants programs. Your skills and expertise in successful grants management will aid our organization in securing continuous funding, improving business opportunities through effective funding programs, and executing meaningful projects. The ideal candidate for this role should have superior organizational skills, great leadership qualities, and strong budgeting and monitoring skills. The outstanding Grants and Funding Manager should re- enforce relationships with Local, State and Federal Funding Agencies and ensure that grant programs operate efficiently, streamline grant administration, and keep our organization fiscally sound and maintain strict compliance with the guidelines of specific grant awards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing overall grant efforts, documenting payments and expenditure and optimizing the grant administration process.
• Preparing progress reports, ensuring compliance with grant regulations, reviewing grant proposals and managing grant databases.
• Educating staff on policies, compliance and tracking financial activities

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the Grants and Funding team.
• Research, manage and track Grant Opportunities and awards.
• Determining funding needs.
• Coordinating and engaging with grant writers.
• Identifying support agencies.
• Optimizing the grant application process.
• Provide detailed reports and updates to the Director of Grants and Funding on grants in progress.
• Review DRAFT RFP responses and deliverables with legal and other departments within the organization. Managing timelines and deliverables for Grant Responses & Applications.
• Preparing and monitoring budgets.
• Tracking grant applications.
• Manage Post-Award Grants Management & Compliance.
• Prepare final reports for close out of grants including assisting with final audit.
• Assist with the execution of Grant Contracts.
• Work closely with Corporate Communications for Press Releases of awards, announcements and project updates to the public.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Methodical and strategic thinking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Project management skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to multitask.
• Budgeting and accounting experience.
• Computer literacy to include working with various programs and mapping software.
• High level of proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Programs.
• Driven to continual improvement of processes and working environment.
• Knowledge of auditing policies.
• GIS Experience a plus

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or similar discipline or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 Years in various positions within the Telecommunications Industry

Available Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical coverage (including prescription and vision plans)
• Dental coverage
• Life Insurance (1x salary at no cost to employee)
• Long and short-term disability insurance (no cost to employee)
• Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
• Company recognized Holidays with additional Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) programs
• Comprehensive Flex Work Policy
• 401(k) plan eligibility (company match 50% up to 5% of eligible contributions)
• Participation in the Employee Bonus Plan
• Participation in the Cogeco Stock Purchase Plan
• Complimentary and discounted broadband services (for those in our service area)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Headspace Membership
• Opportunities for LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for select colleagues

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Location :
Saluda, VA

Company :

Breezeline

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we're doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

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