Civic Media Program Grant Administrator Services

An organization in California is seeking a qualified grant administrator to manage a civic media program aimed at supporting the sustainability of newsrooms and enhancing local reporting across the state. The selected intermediary will serve as both grant administrator and fiscal agent, with duties including the development and execution of an outreach plan to inform newsrooms about the program in collaboration with partners.

Key responsibilities include establishing a user-friendly website to provide essential program information and creating a system to answer applicant inquiries. The administrator will also be tasked with developing an application portal and process that collects necessary eligibility information in accordance with the program's allocation model and guidelines. Reviewing applications, distributing funds to selected awardees, and ensuring timely disbursement are central to the role.

Additionally, the grant administrator will design and implement systems to evaluate program effectiveness and periodically audit applicants for compliance with program guidelines. This includes conducting spot checks for adherence to requirements and analyzing the work of awardees, followed by submitting comprehensive findings. All inquiries related to this opportunity must be received by December 22, 2025.