Grant Writer; Part-time

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  The Landmark Center - Chesapeake, VA 23324
• Position Type:
  Part Time
• Salary Range: $27.00 - $29.00 Hourly

The Grant Writer has primary responsibility for the preparation and submission of corporate, foundation, and government grants as assigned, to advance the mission of For Kids.

• Write proposals and collaborate with other team members to develop complete application packets for local, state, national foundations, and other public and private funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure files are maintained in accordance with contract requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of local, state and national foundations whose mission aligns with that of For Kids.
• Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local government grant opportunities which support the mission of For Kids.
• Work with data and reporting staff to gather data relevant to applications.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of government, corporate, and foundation grant applications which support the mission of For Kids.
• Maintain current knowledge of the application process and related goals necessary to maintain For Kids as an agency in good standing with local United Ways in For Kids’ service areas.
• Identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to national, local, and governmental entities.
• Research connections between For Kids staff, board, and statements with foundation boards and program officers and determine feasibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Provide service to internal and external customers according to standards as outlined in For Kids Customer CARE Manual.

• Use agency resources (financial and non-financial) prudently.
• Acknowledge and follow financial policies of the agency.

• Participate in development and fundraising activities as needed and requested (ex: meeting with donors, providing tours, attending fundraising events).
• Regularly engage, support and collaborate with volunteers to provide a meaningful experience.

• Education and/or
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a related field and related experience in grant or professional writing required. Direct experience preparing and submitting complex grant applications, and with government grants preferred.

• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to perform research and communicate information about homelessness, poverty and the education of at-risk children in a concise and compelling manner.
• Ability to research grant databases and identify new funding opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than three minor moving violations and/or accidents combined within the last 3 years, and no major moving violations in the past three years.