Grants Writer
2 weeks ago
Our client is seeking to fill the role of Grant Writer, based in Chicago, IL. This position is a vital part of their team, responsible for managing grants, meeting financial goals, and maintaining donor relationships.
LOCATION: Chicago, IL (fully on-site)
TARGET START DATE: Immediate
JOB TYPE: Contract-to-Hire, W2, Benefitted
What you’ll be doing:
- Identifying, researching, and cultivating prospective institutional donors
- Writing compelling grant proposals and reports
- Managing a portfolio of grants and ensuring timely submission of proposals and reports
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with donors, including corporate, foundation, and other organizations
- Using the CRM to manage donor information and track deadlines
- Collaborating with agency program employees to develop proposals and evaluation materials
- Representing the agency at public events and meetings with donors
- Participating in continuous quality improvement activities and attending trainings related to trauma-informed approaches
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree with 3-5 years of related experience
- Proficiency in Raisers Edge NXT or similar fundraising database software
- Valid Illinois Drivers license and ability to pass background and drug screen
- Prior experience working with youth and development highly preferred
Who you are:
- Highly organized with strong time management skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to spot patterns and inconsistencies
- Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision
- Excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing
TO APPLY:
If you are interested in this position, please apply today (word doc resumes preferred)
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Note: Candidates that provide all of the above information will be given priority. We get such a high volume of applications that I can’t reply to everybody, but I do review every application carefully and will get back to you if you look like a good match for my client.
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