Responsible for researching, writing and coordinating the grant application process

• Maintain donor database

• Write high-quality grant proposal narratives, applications, and supporting documents

• Work with department managers to compile financials and data

• Manage the proposal submission process to ensure timely submission of all required materials

• Develop and maintains a proposal calendar

• Coordinate and follow-up on the progress of submitted proposals

• Develops an annual grants strategy

• Conduct prospect research to identify, cultivate and solicit new grants

• Perform all other duties as assigned

• Experience/Qualifications:

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other community partners

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English

• Must demonstrate ability to give and receive information clearly and completely

• Must have strong work ethic and take the initiative

• Effectively manage time and organize activities to ensure deadlines are met and tasks are

accomplished

• Demonstrate ability to write successful grant proposals

• Detail-oriented, organized, deadline-driven

• Clear, precise and compelling writing skills

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently with purpose and accuracy in a fastpaced environment

• High proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in research and grant writing; nonprofit experience a plus

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred

• Must be able to maintain flexible work hours to include weekends and evenings as needed

• Must immediately report any new criminal violations to the CEO and/or Human Resources

Working Conditions:

• Sometimes work in a noisy or distracting environment

• Usually work indoors; however, sometimes work outdoors when hosting events