Grant Specialist

Leading the Change in Youth Development At Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, we are taking youth programming to a new level. We are a leader in youth development, providing a safe, affordable place for kids and teens during critical out-of-school time. Our Clubs offer life-changing programs and services to more than 10,000 youth throughout the greater Seattle area.

As the third largest major metro Boys & Girls Club organization in the United States, we have a rich 80-year history serving King County youth. If you are passionate about youth development, love to connect with people, have a proven track record of results with youth, and want to be part of an extraordinary team, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is for you!

Opportunity Overview: GRANT SPECIALIST The Grant Specialist helps support the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of King County by attracting and sustaining grant funding.

Working within a highly supportive and dynamic Resource Development Department, this role will research, write, and submit grants to corporations, foundations and government agencies, and support grants management, and the administration of the grants function. There will be some travel to our Club sites to liaise with Club Directors and program staff. This position reports to the Senior Grants Officer.

As a member of the Club Service Center (CSC) team, this position provides a high level of professionalism and customer service and advances the organization’s reputation and position in the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare, write, and submit well-researched and persuasive grant proposals.

Develop and cultivate functional grant writing expertise in the core areas of academic success, healthy lifestyles, job readiness, and leadership.

Gain familiarity with organizational programs and strategies by meeting Club staff in the field as needed.

Work with leadership and Club colleagues to build accurate and high-quality funding requests.

Develop grant budgets, as well as other financial report documents, in collaboration with program staff and the Finance Department.

Work with Clubs to ensure compliance with all grant delivery and reporting as required by funders.

Prepare interim and final grant reports to funders, in collaboration with the Finance Department and Club staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Work with colleagues to research potential funding sources (foundations, corporations and public grant opportunities) to expand the organization’s resources.

Steward successful relationships by maintaining excellent oral and written communication with funders.

Maintain databases and workflows to track deadlines, completed actions, and grant status.

Work collaboratively with Sr. Grants Officer and Club colleagues to provide regular progress reports on assignments.

Other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experienceA minimum of 2 years of experience in grant research, grant writing, and grant administration; 3-5 years of experience preferred

Demonstrated superior writing and communication skills

Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and deadlines

Ability to focus on details and see tasks through to completion

Ability to establish and maintain strong, effective working relationships with all stakeholders and partners

Highly organized, solution-focused, and motivated to take initiative and succeed

Ability to thrive both on a team and working independently

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite;
Raiser’s Edge experience preferred

Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies and procedures, programs, and principles and practices of nonprofit organizations

Experience in youth…