Grant Writer

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory is seeking a Grant Writer to research and prepare government proposals, United Way applications, and private foundation requests to fund current operations and new programs across the NEOSA Division footprint.

You will collaborate with the Director and program staff, maintain donor records, and ensure timely reporting and compliance with funders’ requirements. Strong writing, research, and data-analysis skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of grant writing or nonprofit development experience.
• Proven track record of successful grant writing.
• Experience in government agency funding is desired.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify government funding opportunities for Corps in the Division.
• Develop, write, and submit grant proposals to public funders.
• Collect, analyze, and report data on funded program activities.
• Maintain files and correspondence to comply with funders’ requirements.
• Cultivate revenue-generating relationships with government and foundations.
• Prepare and maintain a grant calendar with deadlines.
• Coordinate with Director and staff to support fundraising success.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Research & data analysis

Stakeholder relations

Policies & procedures

Mission understanding

Microsoft Office & databases

Planning & prioritization

Adaptability

Punctual & deadline-driven

Confidentiality handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years nonprofit writing/Development experience

Grant writing track record

Government funding experience desired

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Grant Writer will research and write government proposals, United Way applications, and private foundation requests to fund current Salvation Army operations and create new funding for programs throughout the Northeast Ohio Division footprint.

The Writer will submit timely reports to foundations, etc. as required. Additionally, he/she will be responsible for gift acknowledgements; will assist with updating data regarding foundations; and government agencies into a master grants calendar and will report monthly attainment to the Associate Director and Director.

The Grant Writer will work closely with the Director, Associate Director and other key staff to contribute to the overall fundraising success of the department.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

GOVERNMENT AND PROPOSAL CONTRACTING

• Research and identify opportunities for government funding for Corps in the Division.
• Identify, define, and develop government funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as coordinate the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to third-party public entities.
• Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on the performance of program activities that are funded by third-party public sources.
• Properly maintain all files, records, and correspondence to comply with funders short and long term requirements.

FOUNDATIONS AND CORPORATIONS

• Research and identify opportunities for private foundation funding throughout the NEOSA Division.
• Identify, define, and develop foundation funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as coordinate the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to third-party foundations and corporate entities.
• Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on the performance of program activities that are funded by third-party foundations and government sources.
• Properly maintain all files, records, correspondence to comply with funders short and long term requirements.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• OTHER DUTIES – To assume other responsibilities as directed by the Director of Government and Foundation Relations, the Director of Development and/or the General Secretary.
• Assist as needed in the development and maintenance of comprehensive program assessments detailing current service programs throughout the NEOSA Division.
• Compose program descriptions for each program within the NEOSA Division that present funding opportunities and update as needed.
• Assist in ascertaining specific funding needs within the NEOSA Division and track attainment of achieved funding support.
• Prepare and maintain an up-to-date grant calendar charting date requirements for all grant submissions, compliance needs and reporting deadlines.
• Meet with government agency, foundation and corporate personnel as needed to cultivate revenue generating relationships.
• Keep the Director of Government and Foundation Relation informed of all grant applications, proposals and all gifts received.
• Meet with NEOSA Divisional Corps, Area Commands and administrative personnel as needed to establish and maintain solid working relationships, gather pertinent operational information, execute needs assessments, and to advance the success of the grant management department.
• Special duties, as assigned, related to the cultivation of gifts, promotion of The Salvation Army NEOSA Division’s service programs and success of fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 5 years of writing and/or non-profit development experience.
• A proven track record of successful grant writing.
• Experience in government agency funding is desired.

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in researching, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data and possess the ability to work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals.
• Ability to relate professionally and effectively with key constituencies (both internally and externally), and to deal with sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Follows policies and procedures, completes tasks correctly and on time.
• Must have an understanding of and an appreciation for the mission of The Salvation Army and support its goals and values.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with database applications.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, plan for additional resource needs, organize and schedule allowing for potential conflicts with other people's schedules as well as policy and procedural issues and develops realistic action plans accordingly.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment and manages competing demands.
• Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent, arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Ability to respond to management direction, maintain a commitment to working extended hours as needed, and completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate personnel with an alternate plan.

Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Acceptable job performance includes the completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of The Salvation Army.

The employed occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of The Salvation Army in all job-related matters and activities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.