1. Streamline Grants Management Processes: Enable development of standardized policies and procedures for grants management that align with the new ERP system. 2. Enhance Strategic Alignment: Ensure that grant opportunities and applications are aligned with the City’s strategic goals and priorities and that City leadership can develop a centralized framework for reviewing and prioritizing grant applications. 3. Maximize Grant Success Rates: Improve the City’s ability to secure grant funding by optimizing the identification, application, and management processes. 4. Build Capacity and Knowledge: Provide support to City staff working within the central grants office and grants staff embedded in departments to enhance their skills and knowledge in grants management. 5. Ensure Compliance and Accountability: Establish robust compliance and accountability mechanisms to manage grant funds effectively and transparently. 6. Maximize Financial and Service Impact: Leverage grants to enhance the City’s finances and service delivery capabilities.
