Grant Proposal Manager

Beauregard Health System is seeking an experienced healthcare Grant Proposal Manager to lead and manage a long-term funding strategy supporting rural healthcare transformation initiatives across Louisiana. This position is designed to support a six-year strategic initiative focused on securing federal, state, and foundation funding aligned with rural healthcare sustainability, workforce stabilization, infrastructure modernization, technology expansion, behavioral health access, and operational transformation. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of Louisiana healthcare systems, rural health operations, federal grant compliance, and competitive healthcare funding environments.

Position:

Grant Proposal Manager Independent Contractor:

Multi-year contractual engagement with defined deliverables, strategic milestones, and performance-based incentives. Strategic Focus Areas The Grant Proposal Manager will support initiatives related to: Rural Health Transformation Fund (RHTF) HRSA funding opportunities CMS rural and transformation initiatives Workforce recruitment and retention programs Behavioral health expansion Rural specialty care access Telehealth and broadband expansion Capital and infrastructure modernization Healthcare technology implementation Community health improvement initiatives Key Responsibilities Lead development and management of complex healthcare grant proposals Collaborate with executive leadership, finance, operations, HR, compliance, clinical leadership, and external stakeholders Identify and evaluate federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities Develop multi-year grant strategies aligned with organizational priorities Coordinate data collection, narrative development, budgets, attachments, and reporting requirements Ensure compliance with HRSA, CMS, federal procurement, and state grant regulations Manage proposal timelines, deliverables, and submission schedules Support post-award compliance and reporting activities Assist with renewal applications and continuation funding opportunities Maintain confidentiality of organizational strategies, data, and grant materials Preferred Qualifications 5-10+ years of healthcare grant writing and proposal management experience Demonstrated success securing healthcare funding through federal, state, and foundation sources Experience with rural health initiatives and rural hospital operations Familiarity with Louisiana healthcare systems preferred Strong understanding of HRSA, CMS, and state healthcare funding mechanisms Experience managing multi-year grant portfolios and phased funding initiatives Knowledge of grant compliance, reporting, procurement, and audit requirements Exceptional project management and executive communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with leadership teams and external partners Preferred Experience Experience supporting or managing grants related to: Rural health systems Workforce stabilization initiatives Behavioral health programming Telehealth implementation Healthcare infrastructure projects Medicaid and underserved populations Community health and population health initiatives Compensation Structure Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and demonstrated healthcare funding success.

Potential compensation models may include:

Monthly retainer Defined proposal-based deliverables Hybrid compensation arrangements Performance-based incentive compensation tied to awarded funding Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit: Resume or CV Summary of relevant healthcare grant experience List of major awarded grants or funding history Professional references Proposed compensation structure or consulting model Availability for multi-year engagement

About Us:

Since 1950 Beauregard Health System (formerly known as Beauregard Memorial Hospital) has served the healthcare needs of the citizens of Beauregard and Vernon parishes, and surrounding areas. BHS is a community owned, not-for-profit hospital committed to providing safe, quality, cost effective healthcare that is responsive to the needs and the values of the communities it serves. Beauregard Health System is a 49 bed acute care facility located at 600 South Pine Street in DeRidder, Louisiana. At Beauregard Health System you will find the latest medical technology and safety standards, as well as human warmth and concern. Beauregard Health System, "We are Here For Life !"

Experience:

healthcare grant writing and proposal management : 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in DeRidder, LA 70634