Grant Writer

Legal Aid of Western Missouri – Grant Writer

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI

Legal Aid of Western Missouri seeks a Grant Writer for our Central office in Kansas City, Missouri. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Grant Writer is responsible for writing and reporting on a portfolio of private, state and federal grants. They support fundraising activities including events, campaigns, and individual giving.

• Prepare and submit grant proposals and reports in alignment with RFPs and funder requirements (public and private).
• Ensure organizational compliance with grant requirements and build and maintain strong relationships with funders.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for funder meetings, site visits, and monitoring reviews.
• Collaborate with project directors and supervisors to gather data and program information needed for proposals and reports.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities based on organizational needs.
• Support the Director of Development and contribute to overall development team operations.
• Assist with the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns.
• Assist with individual donor stewardship.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

The position requires occasional movement within the office to access file cabinets and office machinery, with a predominantly stationary position. Normal office working conditions apply; the noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

• Strong writing, computer, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Grant preparation and fundraising experience preferred.
• College degree preferred.

• Medical Plans with PPO or HSA options.
• Dental Plan.
• Vision Plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Accident Insurance.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Paid Time Off:
  Holidays, Personal, Sick and Vacation.
• Travel and parking reimbursement.
• 401k and employer match.

Please visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to submit your application, resume and cover letter.

LAWMO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources Department at EEO.

Entry level

Full-time

Other

Legal Services