Grants Writer Job Houston area,Texas USA,Non-Profit & Social Impact

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and coordinating the grant application process.

This position will manage proposals and maintain the donor database.

This is a full-time position that reports directly to the Director of Development

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree required

A minimum of 2 years of experience in research and grant writing; nonprofit experience a plus

Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to write successful grant proposals

Knowledge of Foundation Center and Houston area foundations and corporations

Detail-oriented, organized, deadline-driven

Clear, precise, and compelling writing skills

Able to effectively communicate

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently with purpose and accuracy in a fastpaced environment

High proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point

Responsibilities:

Investigate and identify prospective funding sources through colleagues, directories, databases, and internet research

Research and initiate relationships with new prospective funders

Develop an annual grants strategy

Write letters of inquiry and solicitations

Match prospective funding sources with organizational priorities

Prepare and submit applications for Foundation, Corporate, Faith-Based, and Government Funders

Draft compelling grant proposal narratives for general operating and restricted project grants

Work with Director of Partnerships and the Director of Finance to prepare project budgets that meet funder guidelines

Work cross-departmentally to assemble and submit applications by due date

Verify that proposals have been received and that appropriate follow-up has occurred

Maintain grant calendar and track submissions and results and grant reporting due dates

Work with the Director of Programs to ensure grant-funded projects are on-track and that obligations are fulfilled within the terms of the grant agreement

Prepare and submit reports for funders according to contractual obligations

Work with the Director of Finance to prepare financial reports according to funder guidelines

Assemble and submit reports by due date

Ensure hard files and donor records are accurate and up to date with recent correspondence and submissions

Assist with stewardship and fulfillment on an as needed basis

Cultivate relationships with foundation representatives and current donors to ensure foundation giving

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development

UAHT is an equal opportunity employer and provides benefits to qualified employees. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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