Grant Project Coordinator, Spanish Services
 Mercer University | |
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 United States, Georgia, Atlanta | |
| 3001 Mercer University Drive (Show on map) | |
 Aug 09, 2025 | |
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Grant Project Coordinator, Spanish Services Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Grant Project Coordinator, Spanish Services Department: Community Medicine College/Division: School Of Medicine Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Statesboro, GA 30458 Job Details: The School of Medicine is searching for a Grant Project Coordinator, Spanish Services for the Macon, Georgia campus. Responsibilities: The Grant Project Coordinator will coordinate all aspects of South Georgia Healthy Start's (SGHS) Spanish services focused on eliminating disparities in maternal and infant mortality in rural Georgia. Positioned within the Center for Rural Health and Health Disparities, duties will include managing all aspects of engaging Spanish-speaking participants across the SGHS service area, delivering curricula to Spanish-speaking participants, connecting Spanish-speaking participants to resources and services, helping to recruit and enroll Spanish-speaking participants, facilitating Spanish awareness campaigns, conducting outreach within Spanish-speaking communities, translating and interpreting as necessary across the program, representing the program at summits and similar initiatives, supervising students and interns involved with Spanish services, assisting with English-speaking engagement and recruitment as needed, and other duties as assigned in support of SGHS. This position is supported by grant funds and is contingent upon the receipt of continued funding. Position can be filled in Macon, Statesboro, or Vidalia. Intermittent travel to, from, and within the service area will be required. Occasional travel to trainings/relevant events in other states/cities may be required, though infrequent. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and two or more years of experience in health outreach, health research, health promotion, social services, engagement with Spanish-speaking clients, or related efforts are required OR a master's degree and six months of the aforementioned experience are required. Candidates must have the ability to read, write, and speak fluently in both Spanish and English. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Background Check Contingencies: - Criminal History - Approved Driver's Check Required Document Attachments: - Resume - Cover letter - List of three professional references with contact information Externally Funded: This position is contingent on external funding and the length of employment in this position is dependent on continuation of these funds. About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, s chedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Staff Administrative Operations Exempt EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Macon-GA--31207/Grant-Project-Coordinator--Spanish-Services_26-117 jeid-ca88114adc8bb247b4fe6190cf16de60 | |