Job details
Salary $70,000 - $85,000 a year job type full-time
Full job description
Full job description
Balance is currently looking for a grant writer to work fully remote in the bay area.
The position of the grant writer is responsible for writing proposals for both operating revenue and projects along with submitting timely and accurate reports for all existing grant funded projectsThe position will collaborate with team members in the organization to assist in developing relationships with key stakeholdersAdditionally, this position will conduct industry and funding research to identify trends and determine new grant opportunities for balance.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Grants/funding (50%)
Perform research on foundations, governmental opportunities, and corporations to evaluate prospects for grants;
Locate or propose potential grant opportunities by contacting potential partners/grantors;
Arrange grant business development meetings with prospective grantors;
Attend corporate/ foundation events in bay area;
Develop written proposals and applications to foundations and other grant-making organizations and individuals;
Write letter of intent (loi) and custom letters upon request or inquiry;
Set up files for necessary grant documentation;
Devise a research system;
Determine applicable grants for submission and schedule needed submission dates;
Complete the grant packet of materials;
Track grant information into a designated database; and
Follow-up after the grant is received with all stewardship pieces.
Preparation/submissions (30%)
Make appointments with foundation officers and other prospects, where helpful, as part of the process for selecting and preparing grant opportunities;
Arrange for onsite tours for prospect and other supports as part of the process for selecting and preparing grant opportunities;
Write content for and otherwise prepare grants for submission and ensure timely delivery to granting body
Management (20%)
Work with leadership to gather information necessary to report to foundation funders on current grant programs;
Comply with all grant reporting as required by foundation, governmental, and corporate donors;
Maintain current records regarding grant tracking and reporting; and
Track statistics relevant to development, and provide written materials necessary.
Other duties please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Work environment and physical demands
The physical demands/conditions described below are representative of those that must be met/tolerated by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Ability to travel to various locations;
Attending conferences or training sessions within [county] and in- or out-of-state locations;
Adhere to a flexible work schedule working overtime and outside of the standard hours such as early mornings, late evening, and weekends;
Sitting at a desk for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
Answering or making calls on the telephone for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
Using a keyboard to perform research, and to communicate through written means for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
Looking at a computer monitor for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
Occasionally standing, walking, reaching, and stooping;
Lifting up to 30 lbs.; and
Exposure to various noise levels.
Qualifications
Incumbents must demonstrate the ability to follow policies and procedures as established in the company`s employee handbookIncumbents will also contribute to a positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner such that they get along with all constituent groups, co-workers, and management.
In addition, the education, experience, and other skills listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Education
Bachelor`s degree in english, journalism, political science, management, communications, or related field is required.
Work experience
Minimum of four (4) years of development setting experience; and
Minimum of three (3) years of experience with grant research and writing.
Key skills set
Must have exemplary writing skills with an ability to communicate descriptively or persuasively with strict attention to detail;
Ability to network at the senior executive level;
Ability to work collaboratively as a team leader or team member to complete assigned tasks;
Ability to be resourceful on independent projects;
Able to represent the organization professionally and credibly with the community-at-large;
Demonstrated ability to show initiative and to be a self-motivated, innovative, and independent thinker; and
Must have excellent follow-up and follow-through skills.
Equipment and applications
High proficiency in ms office, including word, excel, outlook, powerpoint, and sharepoint;
Working knowledge of all standard office equipment.
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