About This Role
This grant writer position works under the direction of the Director of Planning and Development to research and respond to funding opportunities that meet the Agency’s financial goals and objectives. This role is critical to ensuring the agency has the funding to meet its goals and objectives.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ongoing research to proactively identify funding sources including grants, foundations, corporations, and government agencies that align with the Agency’s mission and programs
- Monitor grant opportunities, requests for proposals (RFPs), and funding trends relevant to the agency’s programs and overall development strategy
- Coordinate with the Planning and Development team to maintain a comprehensive database of potential funding sources and grant deadlines
- Collaborate with program managers and other team members to gather necessary information, data, and project scope for grant proposals
- Develop compelling grant proposals that articulate agency alignment with funder guidelines, priorities, and objectives
- Clearly articulate the organization's mission, goals, and community impact in grant applications, emphasizing the significance and accomplishment of FCCAA programs
- Write persuasive narratives and project plans that incorporate measurable outcomes and realistic budgets
- Manage the end-to-end grant application process, ensuring timely submission of high-quality proposals
- Coordinate with relevant internal stakeholders to gather supporting documents, financial data, and program statistics for grant applications
- Maintain accurate records of submitted and pending grant proposals
- Track funding outcomes and reporting requirements
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with program managers, funders, and other key stakeholders
- Attend networking events, conferences, and meetings to stay informed about funding opportunities and build connections within the community that enable funding and fundraising
- Collaborate with the development team to develop donor strategies and cultivate long-term relationships
- Document performance on existing grants and work with program management staff to submit progress reports that meet grantor requirements
- Support the Director of Planning and Development in writing and producing the Agency’s annual report
- Work with programmatic staff to develop marketing and outreach materials
- Provide communication and fundraising support for special events
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, public policy or closely related experience (or equivalent combination of skills and experience)
- A minimum of two years’ experience in grant writing, fundraising or business development
