Position Summary:
The Grant Writer supports development activities by serving as the principal coordinator and writer for all grant-related materials for both new and renewing funding sources. Using a thorough understanding of SOA’s mission, goals, and development strategies, the grant writer will conduct the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals and reporting for a rapidly growing organization.
Responsibilities:
Manage grant writing efforts, including research, writing, and development of grants
Develop and maintain a grants management system that contains accurate current and/or archived grant-related deadlines, funding objectives, giving history, letters of intent, requests for proposal (RFPs), applications, acceptance and acknowledgment letters, and reports from all organizations that have funded SOA or have been researched and selected as potential funders.
Identifies, reviews, and recommends to leadership the pursuit of funding opportunities that support the strategic priorities of SOA.
In collaboration with the Fund Development Manager and the President//CEO, develops grant ask amounts and program targets.
Prepares written materials on a timely basis required as part of the grant-writing process, including proposals, letters of inquiry, formal applications, and funder reports in a manner that clearly communicates information, meets all the funding organization’s requirements, and will attract the available funds to SOA.
Works in collaboration with programming staff to oversee grant project evaluation and timely submission of progress reports.
Working with the Fund Development Manager, develops and maintains effective lines of communication with foundations and their grant officers to generate the most compelling letter of intent, proposal, and/or grant application that will promote the best possible outcome.
Researches and strategically identifies a number of new grant application opportunities – including private and public funds - each year; crafts proposals with leadership input.
Participates in foundation-sponsored educational and networking events.
Visits programs, when appropriate, to gain first-hand knowledge of senior needs.
Other duties as assigned
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
