Grants Review Specialist

Cancercare, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

CancerCare in New York, NY is seeking a part-time Grants Review Specialist to help finalize grant proposals and reports with a focus on clarity and accuracy. This hybrid role collaborates with Corporate and Foundation Relations, Development, and senior leadership to ensure proposals reflect program priorities.

The ideal candidate has grant writing experience, excellent grammar, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in grant writing or corporate and foundation relations.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Strong grammar and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit grant proposals and reports for clarity, grammar, and accuracy.
• Develop and update general and project-specific proposal templates.
• Collaborate with Corporate and Foundation Relations and leadership to incorporate program information into proposal drafts.
• Provide grant-seeking and proposal development support to staff.
• Report progress to the Grant Coordinator for project management.
• Handle additional tasks as assigned by the Senior Director.

Skills

Grant writing experience

Attention to detail

Grammar proficiency

Microsoft Word

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Confidentiality

Team-oriented

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Grants Review Specialist# Grants Review SpecialistHot JobNew York CancerCare - New York, NY 10022## OverviewSalary Range$31.52 - $31.52 HourlyPosition TypePart Time## DescriptionSalary - $31.52 per hour**This position follows a hybrid work schedule.**Position Overview* Review and edit grant proposals and reports for clarity, grammar, and accuracy* Along with Corporate and Foundation staff, assist in developing general and project-specific proposal templates and report templates* Update key general and project-specific proposal templates and related materials to be consistent with Cancer*Care*’s program priorities* Work with Corporate and Foundation Relations, Development, Social Service staff, as well as the Senior Leadership Team, to include program information in proposal template drafts. Provide grant-seeking and proposal development support to all staff as necessary* Report progress on proposal and report tasks to the Grant Coordinator for project management purposes* All other tasks, including special projects, as identified by the Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations## Qualifications*Requirements, Education, and Skills** Experience in grant writing or corporate and foundation relations* Keen eye for detail and grammar* Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and expertise* Proficient in Microsoft Word* Excellent communication skills with follow-through from inception to completion of a task* Ability to converse with diverse stakeholders of all levels of backgrounds* Customer- and donor-centric with a solutions-based attitude* Team approach and collaborative in nature* Maintain confidentiality and use good judgment, discretion, and sensitivity when dealing with intra-departmental, personnel, and funder information* Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and take ownership of their work and responsibilities that fall under their purview* Accountability with key metrics for improvement and success**Please provide a cover letter with your resume.**This job posting provides a general list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required for this position. It does not represent a contract for employment, and Cancer*Care* reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without notice.Cancer*Care* is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for our staff and clients.