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Remote Grants Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Senior Accountant

Moorhead, MN · Remote

$72K - $91K/yr

We are searching for a Full-time Remote Senior Accountant to join our Moorhead, MN team. The Senior Accountant - Finance, Accounting & Grants plays a critical leadership role in supporting the ...

Senior Accountant

Willmar, MN · Remote

$73K - $92K/yr

We are searching for a Full-time Remote Senior Accountant to join our Willmar, MN team. The Senior Accountant - Finance, Accounting & Grants plays a critical leadership role in supporting the ...

Staff Accountant

Minneapolis, MN · On-site +1

$75K/yr

Grants & Contracts Billing: * Prepare and submit monthly government grant and contract billings ... Serve as fully trained backup for cash transactions, including remote deposits. * Assist Controller ...

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What is a remote grants job?

Remote grants jobs involve working from a location outside of a traditional office to research, write, and manage grant proposals for organizations seeking funding. These roles often include identifying potential funding sources, preparing applications, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. They are common in nonprofit, educational, and research sectors, and typically require strong writing and organizational skills. Remote grants professionals use digital tools to collaborate with teams and submit applications online.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in remote grants management roles?

Remote grants professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating with geographically dispersed teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication across time zones, and maintaining accurate documentation in a virtual environment. They must also stay up-to-date with funder requirements and compliance standards, which can evolve frequently. Effective use of digital collaboration tools and proactive communication are key to overcoming these obstacles and ensuring successful grant applications and management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote grants specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Grants Specialist, you need strong research abilities, excellent written communication skills, and experience with grant writing, often supported by a relevant degree such as in English, communications, or nonprofit management. Familiarity with grant management software, databases, and platforms like Grants.gov is typically required, along with understanding of proposal formatting and compliance guidelines. Attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines are crucial soft skills for success in a remote setting. These competencies ensure effective sourcing, securing, and managing grant funding, which is vital for organizational sustainability and growth.

What is the difference between Remote Grants vs Remote Fundraiser?

AspectRemote GrantsRemote Fundraiser
Required CredentialsGrant writing certifications, relevant degreesFundraising certifications, communication skills
Work EnvironmentResearch, proposal writing, grant managementDonor outreach, event planning, relationship building
Industry UsageNonprofits, educational institutions, research organizationsNonprofits, charities, advocacy groups

Remote Grants and Remote Fundraiser roles often overlap in nonprofit settings but differ mainly in focus. Remote Grants primarily involve researching and writing grant proposals, requiring specific certifications and expertise. Remote Fundraisers focus on engaging donors and organizing fundraising activities. Both roles are vital for nonprofit success and often work remotely, but their core tasks and skill sets differ.

What are the most commonly searched types of Grants jobs in Minnesota? The most popular types of Grants jobs in Minnesota are:
What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Remote Grants jobs? Cities in Minnesota with the most Remote Grants job openings:
Infographic showing various Remote Grants job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Grants Post Award Program Consultant

CentraCare

Saint Cloud, MN • On-site, Remote

$82K - $123K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


CentraCare rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 156 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

454th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description


Find your purpose as a Grant Post Award Program Consultant with CentraCare. As a Grant Post Award Program Consultant you will be responsible for managing all post-award stages of the grant lifecycle with a highly complex portfolio of grants for all federal, state, city, county, and private foundation grants. Responsible for overseeing all compliance, budgets, and adherence to grant outcomes and deliverables and reports to the funder. Facilitates coordination across divisions and communication on multi-departmental grant projects to ensure that grants are processed and administered in a timely manner and according to grant requirements. Resolves procedural, operational, and other work-related problems by working with departments and granting agencies to facilitate solutions. This position serves as a liaison between the funder, Project Champion/Program Manager and Finance to ensure grant compliance and develop strategies to optimize grant and contract management processes.

Schedule:

  • Full-time 80 hours every 2 weeks
  • Mon-Fri 8a-430p CST
  • Fully remote

Pay and Benefits:

  • Starting pay begins at $82,305.60 per year and increases with experience.
  • Salary range:  $82,305.60 -$123,448.00 per year
    • Salary range is based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate
  • We offer a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, PTO, 401(k) retirement plan & match, LTD and STD, tuition reimbursement, discounts at local and national businesses and so much more! 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare, English, Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, Communications or related field commensurate experience may be considered.
  • 8 years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit development and/or management.
  • 8 years of progressively responsible experience in project management and/or grant management.
  • Advanced proficiency with Excel including the ability to collect, arrange, and represent data accurately.
  • Familiarity with MS Office Application, including Outlook, Word, Power Point and SharePoint
  • Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential from the Grant Professionals Certification Institute and the Grant Professionals Association preferred.
  • Strategic, operational, and technical marketing & management skills.
  • Familiarity with health care/research environment, nonprofit or higher education.
  • Previous experience in project management preferred.
  • Utilize Excel to create reports using PivotTables, custom visualizations using combo charts, form controls, and formula-driven ranges and formatting rules preferred.
  • High-level understanding of nonprofit accounting and grants management issues.
  • Adept database management skills and/or familiarity with industry software packages (E.g. Foundant, Blackbaud) preferred.
  • Comfortable speaking with executives and providing distilled, relevant information.
  • Must be able to prioritize tasks, effectively address overlapping projects and deadlines and remain adaptable and reliable in face of conflict or changing priorities. 
  • Ability to thrive in a flexible, fast-paced and growth-oriented environment, while maintaining a sense of calm, humor, and a positive, solution-oriented approach. 
  • Work collegially, inclined to coach and teach in order to improve knowledge and ability of others, but holds people accountable for results. 
  • An innovator, capable of creating and building strategic partnerships across CC systemwide.
  • Understands and values quality improvement; applies technical skills to measure and improve efficiency and effectiveness and ensure compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations.
  • Business “literate,” understands financial reports, applies data to assess business effectiveness and efficiency and acts in a fiscally responsible manner. 
  • Proven superb writing skills and successful grant writing experience, including government grant writing experience.
  • Cooperative and helpful attitude with clients and co-workers. 
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting. Must be able to effectively communicate with teams and leaders system-wide. 
  • The ability to exercise good judgment in confidential and ethical matters. 
  • Must be a “big-picture” person who can also attend to the smallest detail. 


CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer. 
 


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About CentraCare

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CentraCare has grown to meet the needs of the communities and is now one of the largest health systems in Minnesota. This means we are able to offer the latest advancements in care, technology and treatments close to home. But what makes CentraCare special is not our facilities or technology. It is our people. We live in the communities we serve. We are neighbors, friends and family. And when you need us, we are here for you.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

St. Cloud, MN, US

Year founded

1886