Grant Writer, GSWO

• Research federal, state, council-wide and regional grant opportunities. Identify funding sources and manage the research process to assign priority for potential and existing funders.
• Work with leadership, service delivery and finance staff to qualify grant funding opportunities that align with organizational priorities and strategies.
• Prepare, write, edit, and submit grant proposals, applications, letters of inquiry, and grant reports. Gather and generate all relevant data and financial information, including budgets for proposals and reports in collaboration with service delivery and financial staff.
• Develop and maintain grant application and reporting calendars for all grant proposals and reports. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of proposals, grant billings, and reports.
• Cultivate relationships with current and potential funders including management and coordination of site visits and meetings. Follow up with funders regarding proposals under consideration and steward relationships for awarded grants.
• Maintain organized records of grant applications, correspondence and funding agreements.
• Ensures compliance with all funder guidelines regarding grant administration. Communicates all award terms and conditions to the designated personnel.
• Supports grant implementation by coordinating meetings with service delivery and finance staff to develop program management goals, budgets, and timelines and to ensure that all grant targets are met. Works with program managers, finance, data, and evaluation staff to collect all necessary statistical, budget, evaluation, and programmatic information for grant reporting.
• Work with the Chief Development Officer to outline the fiscal year’s grant cycle and grant fundraising goal. Assist the development team in creating the annual development plan and budget as well as the long-term development strategy for the council.
• Responsible for the GSWO Annual Report by gathering and writing the content for both the print and digital versions, and working collaboratively with marketing, community development, program, and data and evaluation to create an impactful presentation of the council’s annual results.
• Lead staff education and communication about grant opportunities.
• Assist with other fundraising projects as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Five or more years of proven experience in grant writing and reporting, with a track record of securing funding from foundations, corporations and/or government agencies.
• Proficiency in budget development and financial reporting for grants.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Asana, and familiarity with grant management and research software.
• Proficiency in research, interpretation, and analysis of diverse data. Proficiency in research and the ability to identify funding opportunities that align with the organization’s goals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment committed to contributing to the organizational goals.

• Experience in the nonprofit sector, particularly in youth development, education or social services.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal funding sources.
• Familiarity with donor management systems (e.g., Salesforce, Raisers Edge, Donor Perfect, Bloomerang).

BENEFITS  

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a compensation of $55,000 - $65,000 salary and a generous benefits package.

PERKS

• Ability to build your skills and grow your career
• Supportive environment for learning and development.
• Flexibility for work/life balance
• Opportunity for hybrid teleworking arrangement
• Medical, dental, vision, accident, life insurance, and more!
• 401K- 100% match up to 5% salary
• 1 week off between Christmas and New Years
• 12 days PTO
• 6 days sick time
• A high-achieving and fun team
• Casual dress code

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GSWO is an EEO/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.