Mission
Learning Rights Law Center seeks to achieve education equity for low income and disadvantaged students in the public education system. We change the lives of at risk students who have disabilities, face discrimination or are involved in the dependency or juvenile justice systems by providing free legal services, education advocacy, and community training.
Vision
We believe that every child has a right to learn. Since 2005, Learning Rights has been promoting and protecting the individual right to education for children in the Greater Los Angeles area. The focus of our direct legal representation and education advocacy is to get low income and disadvantaged children the education services and support they need to succeed in school. The purpose of our education training and community outreach programs is to empower families and provide a basis for true grassroots education reform. Our vision is a world in which all children may pursue a meaningful and equitable education that provides them with a brighter future and the means to become successful adults.
POSITION
Learning Rights is seeking a part-time grant writer to join Learning Rights’ development team. The grant writer will work closely with the Co-Executive Director and the Development Manager to manage existing grants and generate new revenue sources from additional foundations and government sources. Flexible hours and some telecommuting are negotiable. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum 2 – 3 years of experience in grant writing with a proven track record of obtaining and growing funding for non-profit
Experience in education issues, children’s rights, or social justice related fields strongly preferred
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the preparation and timely submission of grant applications to foundations and government sources ($700,000 in grants received in 2016)
Identify new sources of funding and work with Co-Executive Directors and other legal Directors to create compelling grant proposals that are in alignment with Learning Right’s Strategic Plan and growth goals
Collaborate with Development Manager to ensure accurate and unified messaging in all marketing and public facing collateral, including Annual Report, monthly newsletters, and fundraising campaigns
Perform related work as required.
Prepare grant acknowledgements, manage grant agreements, and other contract requirements specified by funders;
Maintain up-to-date grant calendar including prospects, reports and awards/declines, as well as general attachments folder;
Collaborate with program staff to prepare timely grant reports;
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Learning Rights Law Center is an equal opportunity employer. People with disabilities, women, people of color and other minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information on Learning Rights, please visit our website at www.learningrights.org.
To apply, send cover letter, resume, salary history and references to:
Attn: Olga Samoilovskis
Learning Rights Law Center
205 S. Broadway Suite 808
Los Angeles, CA 90012
FAX: (213) 489-4033
Email: olga@learningrights.org
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!