Grant Writer

Overview

• Craft compelling proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to funders utilizing data and storytelling to describe organizational impact.
• Develop and sustain relationships with new and ongoing funders to secure financial support.
• Collaborate with program directors, senior leadership, and finance staff to translate program details into compelling cases for support.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities to expand organizational reach and impact.
• Utilize grants database to track deadlines, submissions, and funder relationships effectively.
• Adhere to organizational standards and complete mandatory training on regulatory compliance and good business practices.
• Support the organization's mission by striving for excellence in all job aspects and fostering positive interpersonal relationships.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and write proposals, budgets, and reports for various funders including city, state, federal, institutional, and corporate entities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling narratives and data-driven cases for support.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities to support organizational initiatives.
• Engage with program officers and potential funders to explore partnership opportunities.
• Write cover letters, acknowledgements, and routine correspondence to maintain professional communication.
• Attend and report on bidders’ conferences and other sessions relevant to the organization.
• Maintain accurate records in the grants database, ensuring timely submissions and tracking funder relationships.
• Complete mandatory organizational training on topics such as compliance, IT security, and workplace safety.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts or equivalent from a four-year college required.
• Minimum of five years of grant writing experience with demonstrated success in securing funding.
• Proactive self-starter with excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong skills in translating data and program details into persuasive narratives.
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills.
• Comfortable engaging with program officers and funders on behalf of the organization.
• Experience with grants database management and tracking funder relationships.