Grant Writer (Part-time)

FORKIDS INC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 39,950; Part time

Job summary

FORKIDS INC in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a part-time Grant Writer responsible for preparing and submitting grant proposals to advance the organization's mission. This role involves collaborating with team members to develop applications and maintaining knowledge of funding opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in grant writing, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position requires research skills to identify potential funding sources.

Qualifications

• Experience in grant or professional writing required.
• Experience preparing complex grant applications preferred.
• Knowledge of homelessness, poverty, and at-risk children's education.

Responsibilities

• Write proposals and develop application packets for funding.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain files.
• Maintain knowledge of funding opportunities aligned with ForKids.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Ability to perform research and communicate information

Ability to research grant databases

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: The Landmark Center - Chesapeake, VA 23324
• Position Type: Part Time
• Salary Range: $27.00 - $29.00 Hourly

The Grant Writer has primary responsibility for the preparation and submission of corporate, foundation, and government grants as assigned, to advance the mission of ForKids.

Responsibilities

• Write proposals and collaborate with other team members to develop complete application packets for local, state, national foundations, and other public and private funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure files are maintained in accordance with contract requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of local, state and national foundations whose mission aligns with that of ForKids.
• Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local government grant opportunities which support the mission of ForKids.
• Work with data and reporting staff to gather data relevant to applications.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of government, corporate, and foundation grant applications which support the mission of ForKids.
• Maintain current knowledge of the application process and related goals necessary to maintain ForKids as an agency in good standing with local United Ways in ForKids’ service areas.
• Identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to national, local, and governmental entities.
• Research connections between ForKids staff, board, and statements with foundation boards and program officers and determine feasibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Customer Service

Provide service to internal and external customers according to standards as outlined in ForKids Customer CARE Manual.

Financial Management

• Use agency resources (financial and non-financial) prudently.
• Acknowledge and follow financial policies of the agency.

Community Engagement

• Participate in development and fundraising activities as needed and requested (ex: meeting with donors, providing tours, attending fundraising events).
• Regularly engage, support and collaborate with volunteers to provide a meaningful experience.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and related experience in grant or professional writing required. Direct experience preparing and submitting complex grant applications, and with government grants preferred.

Essential Functions, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to perform research and communicate information about homelessness, poverty and the education of at-risk children in a concise and compelling manner.
• Ability to research grant databases and identify new funding opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than three minor moving violations and/or accidents combined within the last 3 years, and no major moving violations in the past three years.