Grants & Proposals Specialist

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is seeking a Grant Specialist to support proposal development and stewardship of grants. The role encompasses writing proposals, managing a $1 million portfolio, and collaborating with teams to meet funding goals.

Qualified candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong communication skills, with three to five years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $53,000-$58,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of writing, marketing and/or communications experience.
• Ability to discern financial documents such as fundable program budgets.
• Ability to work independently and anticipate reporting and communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Proposal development, submission, stewardship and reporting for operating and programmatic gifts from institutional grant‑makers.
• Stewardship for grant‑making institutions including reporting grant outcomes to donors.
• Collaborate with the Manager, Foundation and Government Relations to ensure proposals and reports are prepared and submitted.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Strong time management skills

Organization and project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English or Business

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is seeking a Grant Specialist to support proposal development and stewardship of grants. The role encompasses writing proposals, managing a $1 million portfolio, and collaborating with teams to meet funding goals.

Qualified candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong communication skills, with three to five years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $53,000-$58,000 based on experience.