GRANT WRITER
POSITION SUMMARY
AUGUST 2015
SCOPE OF WORK
Under the supervision of the Director of Development, The Grant Writer is responsible for the preparation and implementation of the organization’s private institutional and corporate grants program, generating revenue through timely submission of well-researched, well-written and well-documented proposals and reports. The ideal candidate will have grant writing or related experience with exceptional communication, time management, organizational skills and attention to detail, and will be able to tell a compelling story, balanced by the need for clarity, accuracy and detail.
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
Prepares timely general operating, program and special grant proposals to private foundations and corporations;
Researches funding patterns and opportunities from various foundation, corporate and government prospects that align with the organization’s key service areas;
Collaborates with fund development and program staff to develop achievable grant activities and accurate budgets;
Prepares grant acknowledgements, manages grant agreements, and other contract requirements specified by funders;
Maintains up-to-date grant calendar including prospects, reports and awards/declines, as well as general attachments folder;
Collaborates with program staff to prepare timely grant reports;
Collaborates with program staff to develop case statements, resident success stories and track outcomes;
Collaborate with Training and Evaluation Manager to run reports from client database to track progress on objectives and outcomes
Maintains positive relationships with funders and prospects through phone calls, correspondence, meetings, project tours, and other events and/or presentations, as required; and
Collaborates with Director of Development to project grant income.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Program
Respond to programmatic needs as required (in emergencies, when understaffed, etc.)
Report on development and cultivate staff engagement at All Staff meetings
PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Commitment to Core Values
The following core values are fundamental to our work together and with the youth: compassion, flexibility, honesty, human worth, integrity, openness, respect, sense of humor, trust, valuing diversity, and the willingness and courage to engage, address and discuss differences
Dependability / Reliability
Reports to work on time and informs appropriate staff when involved in other duties away from the agency
Provides advance notice in a timely manner for all scheduled leave
Maintains proper attendance requirements in compliance with agency policies
Attitude and Flexibility
Exercises good judgment under various work situations
Adapts to changes in agency routines and issues
Maintains flexibility in completing tasks as required by the position
Exhibits positive daily work attitudes on a consistent basis
Interpersonal Relations
Creates a positive environment for all people in the agency by addressing issues of harassment, discrimination, or lack of respect immediately
Continues to pursue the development of cultural sensitivity and proficiency agency-wide
Documents challenging personnel and stakeholder situations in writing
Exhibits cooperation and courtesy while creating a positive public image for My Friend’s Place and a productive work environment
Quality / Quantity of Work
Understands and satisfactorily performs activities as assigned by the Director of Development and Executive Director
Ensures that all work is completed to highest quality professional standards
Professional Leadership
Maintains a level of professional knowledge so as to function as a resource for all staff, volunteers, and community members for the agency’s overall operation
Qualifications
All candidates should have a passion for My Friend’s Place mission, demonstrated effectiveness in similar functions, and excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Additional qualifications include:
Bachelors degree required
2 years+ grant writing experience
Possess demonstrated track record in securing private sector grants
Possess superb writing, research, proofreading, and analytical skills
Deeply inquisitive and strategic, a powerful and compelling writer who will be able to capture with simple language the multi-faceted work of My Friend’s Place
Independent, results-focused, highly organized self-starter
Very high level of organization skills and detail-orientation, with experience using those skills in fast-paced office settings
Mature judgment, with a high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
Prior success working closely and building relationships with diverse groups of people
Comfortable giving and receiving honest, constructive feedback
Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills and ability to create effective messaging to a variety of constituencies
Strong content creation skills, including writing and editing for print and electronic media
High degree of comfort and literacy with computers and online tools, in particular Word, Excel, and Internet research
Knowledge of computer operation and supporter software (Outlook, eTapestry and Constant Contact preferred), spreadsheets, and word processing
Availability for evening and weekend projects on occasion
California driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation
Requirements, Terms and Benefits
The Grant Writer position is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Development
My Friend’s Place offers a competitive salary and benefits package including paid health, dental, and life insurance, sick leave and vacation time
The hiring process includes a pre-hire background check, including a criminal background check and DMV report
TO APPLY, please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements/history to sdutra@myfriendsplace.org