Careers at the International Association of Forensic Nurses
Temporary Grants Director
Position Overview
Important note: This position is funded through a federal grant with a defined term and is therefore temporary in nature. The duration of employment is contingent upon continued grant funding and compliance with federal requirements. Two of the awards associated with this position were the subject of a grant termination, which was overturned by a preliminary injunction. However, a legal case and separate appeal process are ongoing. Employment is subject to modification or termination based on funding availability, changes in grant terms, or federal policy adjustments. Candidates should be aware that this role does not guarantee long-term employment security, and future funding is not assured. We encourage applicants to consider this temporary status when evaluating their career plans and will provide as much advance notice as possible regarding any changes to the position’s status or funding timeline.
The Grants Director (GD) is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of four grants focused on providing training and technical assistance (TTA) for sexual assault medical forensic exams and funded by the United States Department of Justice. The Grant Director will distribute their time across up to six grant projects, pending funding availability. The GD applies subject matter expertise in multidisciplinary responses to gender-based violence (GBV) as well as expertise in federal grants management to inform and guide the work of their team and serves as a member of IAFN’s leadership team. The GD is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day aspects of the implementation of strategic departmental goals, activities and required reporting…
Primary Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning and Leadership (10%): Collaborate with members of the leadership team to inform, implement and evaluate IAFN’s strategic plan; Identify, recommend and support the pursuit of innovative programming on an ongoing basis; Proactively assist with identifying new sources of revenue and pursing additional funding; Serve as a leader in sharing educational opportunities, latest practices and research, and law and policy information that impacts IAFN’s work; Work collaboratively across departments and department leads to harmonize IAFN’s programmatic offerings; Further organizational goals by fostering and maintaining strategic relationships with external partners.
- Staff Supervision and Coaching (20%): Supervise all IAFN grant staff, including onboarding, provision of individual support and facilitation of cross-team coordination; Contribute to a sense of belonging by assessing and establishing shared group/team norms; Develop and implement a system to evaluate the skill, experience, and professional development needs of all staff within the department; Engage in ongoing coaching and mentorship with departmental staff to support their professional development; Foster a pipeline for the identification and growth of emerging talent up to and including leadership positions.
- Grant Implementation and Oversight (60%): Serve as the primary point of contact for IAFN’s Grants Officers on all grants; Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with grant partners; Ensure that all grant deliverables are completed on time with a keen eye to quality assurance; Engage in required monitoring and evaluation for grant deliverables, including the development of evaluation plans and tools; Ensure that IAFN complies with all special conditions listed in Grant Award documents; Monitor grant budgets to ensure compliance with federal guidelines, monitor the burn rate and recommend any necessary budget modifications; Complete the DOJ Financial Managements Grants Training within 6 months of hire and/or as required; Review, edit and finalize for submission all assigned semi-annual progress reports required under grants; Develop and submit all grant adjustment modifications; Develop and review TTA materials related to grant deliverables; Support grant staff in providing tailored TTA to grant partners, members and all other requestors on topics related to forensic nursing and the healthcare response to violence; Coordinate with the appropriate staff in updating of all technical assistance related websites; Promote TTA content and materials published through the grants in appropriate forums.
- Other Duties (10%): Attend necessary trainings, as required; Serve on internal and/or external committees, advisory groups, roundtables, task forces, etc. to represent IAFN, as needed; Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience & Core Competencies
- Minimum of five years of experience writing, implementing, overseeing compliance for and reporting on federal grants is required.
- Subject matter expertise in gender-based violence and multidisciplinary, community-based responses required.
- Experience developing and providing training and technical guidance documents is strongly preferred.
- Must have strong project management skills, including experience managing complex, multifaceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth.
- Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and selecting and successfully operationalizing innovative programs; has a track record of taking concepts from idea to implementation.
- Highly organized with the ability to respond to shifting priorities under deadlines; holds a high bar, even when things are hectic.
- Experience working with various software platforms and ability to learn new technology and systems quickly.
- Experience working with project management platforms, specifically, such as monday.com Asana, etc. preferred.
Application Instructions
To be considered, all candidates are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and grant-related writing sample, which will be captured through the submission of the questionnaire form. Please review the questionnaire in advance of the submission deadline to ensure that you are prepared to respond to all of the prompts. Due to the high volume of applicants, candidates will only be contacted if they are selected to advance in the hiring process. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact HumanResources@forensicnurses.org.
The cover letter (400 words max) should address the following:
- Please briefly describe the superpower that you would bring to IAFN’s leadership team.
- How would people who you supervised in the past describe your leadership style?
ANCC Accreditation Specialist
Position Overview
The ANCC Accreditation Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day management and implementation of IAFN’s Approvership and Providership programs, ensuring ANCC compliance. The ideal candidate is a seasoned nurse passionate about fostering a culture of continuous learning and positive customer engagement.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain ANCC Accreditation of IAFN and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
- Serve as a resource and mentor to Nurse Peer Reviewers and Nurse Planners.
- Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to applicants, with clear expectations for addressing concerns.
- Act as the primary Nurse Planner for IAFN.
- Submit required documentation and reporting, including IAFN’s ANCC annual report.
- Develop assessments for IAFN educational content and analyze data for improvement.
Required Experience & Competencies
- Must hold a current, unencumbered registered nursing license.
- Master of Science in Nursing required.
- Minimum of five years of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) and CNE planning experience.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to respond to shifting priorities under deadlines.
Application Instructions
To be considered, all candidates are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and sample gap analysis through our online application questionnaire.
Please note: The questionnaire must be completed in full. Candidates who do not follow all instructions or fail to provide all requested documents will be disqualified from the candidate pool.
The cover letter (400 words max) should address the following:
- Your general approach to project management, including a project management “superpower.”
- Your understanding of the upcoming ANCC continuing professional development criteria changes.
About the International Association of Forensic Nurses
The International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) is a professional organization of more than 6,000 nurses from 25 countries who provide specialized healthcare for patients impacted by violence and trauma. The Association establishes the standards of practice for forensic nursing; defines and advances the global research agenda to enhance forensic nursing’s evidence-based response; develops, promotes, and disseminates information about forensic nursing science; and serves as a global network for forensic nurses to exchange ideas, serve as mentors, and enhance their practice. Additionally, the Association offers board certification for sexual assault nurse examiners who care for Adult/Adolescent (SANE-A®) and Pediatric/Adolescent (SANE-P®) patients. For more information, visit www.forensicnurses.org
Our values
IAFN believes in paying its employees a wage that is competitive and equitable. We recognize that our reputation and brand as a global leader in forensic nursing is a direct result of our incredibly talented staff. As such, we seek to demonstrate how much we value our team through a compensation model that recognizes the level of responsibility, effort and expertise that each role demands. While IAFN recognizes the value of education and certifications and requires specific licensure and credentials for certain roles, we also highly value the unique expertise developed through lived and professional experience outside of formal educational settings. We seek to build a team that reflects the same diverse makeup of our membership and the patient populations who our members serve. Therefore, wherever possible, IAFN does not require specific education or other similar credentials to be considered for a position. IAFN does not accept higher education, which has barriers to access for many communities, in lieu of relevant experience. Rather, IAFN prioritizes skills and experience and to avoid replicating systems that reinforce inequities. Further, we are committed to supporting our employees’ professional growth through mentorship and professional development opportunities. IAFN aims to provide clear pathways for advancement through transparent communication about the responsibilities and expectations associated with each employment grade, including the required competencies and professional experience to advance to that role.
How we work
At IAFN, employees are generally given the freedom to work with a high level of flexibility in terms of schedule and location, as long as they meet their goals and objectives.
Join us
Some candidates may see a long list of job requirements and feel discouraged because they don’t match every single bullet point – we suggest, please apply anyway. We don’t believe in a “perfect” candidate, so if you believe this is a role that you’ll be excited to work in every day and you are passionate about providing exceptional support to other forensic nurses please apply.
While not discouraging any person from seeking employment at IAFN, we strongly encourage survivors of violence, women, people living with a disability and people who identify as a part of BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, gender non-conforming, immigrant and other underrepresented and/or institutionally oppressed communities to apply.
IAFN is an equal opportunity employer. IAFN prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information