Grant Writer

The Grant Writer will search for available grants and requests for proposals (RFP’s), research their requirements and deadlines, prepare proposals, and secure funding that aligns with Genesis’s mission and financial needs.

• Research grant opportunities from non-government agencies, foundations, corporate foundations, community agencies, et al.
• Prepare grant proposals, reports, correspondence, budgets, and respond to requests for information from funding agencies.
• Submit proposals and reports to Chief Impact Officer for approval. Submit approved proposals and reports to funding agencies.
• Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.
• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
• Maintain records via organizational database, shared files and grant management tools and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
• Maintain a calendar of RFP’s and grant reporting deadlines.
• Support site visits and related meetings from funding agencies and donors with room preparation, informational collateral, slide deck preparation, and other tasks as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing or a related area (master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of two years' experience in grant writing. Experience in writing for causes related to women, children, and/or domestic violence preferred.
• Knowledge of the grant proposal submission and fundraising processes including online/electronic grant submissions, crafting compelling appeals and proposals that secure gifts and grants. A strong understanding of the local and regional philanthropic community.
• Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.
• Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources. Knowledge in basic understanding of budgets.
• Superior organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work successfully within a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment and meet deadlines for submitting grant proposals and reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Experience with Blackbaud solutions including Raiser’s Edge.
• Experience with grant management tools including Instrumentl or similar preferred.
• Experience with AI tools for grant writing and fundraising preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.