**Overview** Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us. The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an **Advisor, Government Grants in our** Mission Advancement department! **This position can be home-based.** The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally. \#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs. **Responsibilities** The Mission Advancement Advisor, Government Grants, partners with scientific and programmatic leaders to conceptualize, develop, and submit grant proposals funding research and programming that advances the Association’s mission. The Advisor will connect experts, programs, and other resources to write and submit grant proposals to government funding agencies at the state and federal levels. This position is responsible for identifying, managing, and submitting a portfolio of significant and/or large-scale government grant opportunities. **Essential Duties:** + Lead proposal development for a portfolio of government grant submissions in collaboration with principal investigators and program directors. Lead internal planning and communication, assuring that all relevant staff are involved in the development process. + Prepare proposals, budgets, required forms, and other documents that are compelling and consistent with the strategic direction of the Association and are responsive to government funders. + Collaborate with the Office of Funded Programs, Legal and Finance to ensure funded grants have a smooth transition to the post-award phase. + Conduct research on prospective government grant opportunities and monitor government funding agencies priorities and competitions to assess Association alignment. + Record all activity in Salesforce CRM and provide regular progress reporting as requested. + Developing own depth of mission knowledge and insight needed to effectively identify appropriate government funding opportunities and connect them to Association’s programs and funding priorities. **Qualifications** + A Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience. + At least 3 years experience developing and writing government grant proposals. + Experience building programmatic and/or research budgets in line with government cost principles. + Knowledge of government grant regulations, funding agencies and application process. + Excellent writing skills, strong verbal communication skills, fluency in office technology. **Preferred Experience:** + Demonstrated program design experience. + Knowledge of government agency priorities and agendas. + Experience and knowledge of public health initiatives. **Compensation & Benefits** _The expected pay range will be $85,000.00 - $90,000.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. This position is eligible for an incentive of up to 25% based on the department achieving annual goals. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range._ The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details. + **Compensation** – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed. + **Performance and Recognition** – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible. **This position is eligible for an incentive of up to 25% based on the department achieving annual goals** + **Benefits** – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation. + **Professional Development –** You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule. + **Work-Life Harmonization –** The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year. + **Tuition Assistance** - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization. The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are. **At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.** **This position not a match with your skills?** Click here to see other opportunities. In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities \#AHAIND3, #LI-Remote **Join our Talent Community!** Join our Talent Community to receive updates on new opportunities and future events. **Default: Location : Location** _US-TX-Dallas_ **Posted Date** _4 hours ago_ _(2/6/2026 1:03 PM)_ **_Requisition ID_** _2025-16622_ **_Job Category_** _Individual & Institutional Giving_ **_Position Type_** _Full Time_