Grant Consultant

Responsibilities

• Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.
• Collaborate with staff to conceptualize projects and develop budgets for grant applications.
• Research grant opportunities from both private philanthropies and government agencies.
• Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree or at least four (4) years relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to write successful grant applications ranging from $10,000 to $4–5 million (include examples).
• Strong, demonstrated proficiency in both Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with grant software a plus.
• Clear and concise communicator with internal and external stakeholders.
• Responsible, organized, able to set priorities and be detail-oriented.
• Ability to research efficiently using the internet.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent math ability for developing grant budgets.
• Strong interest in the nonprofit sector and helping children and families (after school and out-of-school time experience preferred).
• Extremely flexible and able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently as well as in a team environment.