Grant Coordinator in Toledo, Ohio at Health Council of Northwest Ohio

Grant Coordinator

Full Time/Hybrid/Toledo, OH

Health Council of Northwest Ohio (HCNO) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Grant Coordinator to procure and manage grant-funded initiatives that improve community health outcomes across our region. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strong writing skills, project management, relationship-building, compliance oversight, and strategic thinking to support impactful programs and partnerships.

The Grant Coordinator plays a key role in the full grant lifecycle including identifying funding opportunities, leading and writing grant proposals, managing proposal development timelines and partner coordination, and supporting grant implementation, reporting, and compliance. This position works closely with internal teams, funders, and community partners to ensure projects are successfully executed and aligned with organizational priorities and community needs.

If you are passionate about community impact, thrive in collaborative environments, and have experience managing grants and complex projects, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

HCNO is a mission-driven, health-focused nonprofit dedicated to improving health outcomes across the 18 counties within Northwest Ohio. HCNO leads innovative programs, community initiatives, and collaborative partnerships that advance population health and strengthen community well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead grant administration activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with funder requirements
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities that align with community health improvement priorities
• Coordinate the full grant application process, including proposal development, grant writing, and final application submission
• Support grant procurement activities, partner coordination, and contract development
• Oversee multiple grant projects simultaneously, including timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements
• Develop and maintain reporting tools and templates for subgrantees and partners
• Review grant deliverables and reports for quality, completeness, and accuracy prior to submission
• Serve as a primary liaison between HCNO, funders, and subgrantees
• Represent HCNO in grant-related meetings and collaborative initiatives
• Support continuous improvement of grant systems, tools, and processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, communications, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• 2–4 years of experience in grant writing and grant management required
• Experience securing and managing community and public health-focused grants strongly preferred
• Experience with federal, state, or foundation grants strongly preferred
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and reporting
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and accountability
• Experience working with community organizations, healthcare systems, or collaborative partnerships preferred
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; experience with grant or reporting systems preferred

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based (remote/hybrid) with occasional travel inside and outside of Ohio. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

At HCNO, our work is centered on improving health outcomes and strengthening communities through collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships. We offer the opportunity to work on meaningful initiatives that make a measurable impact while being part of a supportive, mission-driven team environment.

Our employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability, along with optional FSA and Dependent Care FSA accounts. We offer paid sick time, vacation, personal days and holidays. We also offer a 403b and pension as well as paid parental leave and a flexible schedule.