Grant Writer

Girl Scouts of NE Kansas & NW Missouri is seeking a highly skilled Grant Writer to join our team. As a Grant Writer, you will be responsible for researching, identifying, and writing proposals and applications for both public and private grant opportunities to support the organization's fundraising program priorities.

• Conduct thorough research to identify potential grant funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other sources.
• Stay informed about grant opportunities that align with Girl Scouts of NEKS & NWMO's mission and programs.
• Evaluate and prioritize grant prospects based on eligibility, fit, and potential funding impact.
• Collaborate with program staff, directors of development, and executive leadership to develop comprehensive grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization's goals, objectives, and impact.
• Write clear, concise, and compelling narratives, ensuring alignment with grant guidelines and requirements.
• Compile and organize supporting documents, budgets, and other necessary materials for grant submissions.
• Coordinate and facilitate review processes to gather feedback and ensure proposal quality and accuracy.
• Assist with monitoring and tracking grant deliverables, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with program staff to collect data and information necessary for grant reporting.
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate grant reports, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines and reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, English, or equivalent educational experience.
• Minimum 5+ years or more grant writing experience with demonstrated ability to raise large gifts through grants. Specific experience writing United Way, and other large complex grants is required.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop and deliver compelling arguments regarding the value proposition of Girl Scouts.
• Deadline driven.
• Ability to express ideas and facts in a clear and understandable manner appropriate for the individual or group; listens to and comprehends what others are saying.
• Solid problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills, strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize work assignments and business needs in order to meet complex timelines.
• An understanding of the principles of fundraising; current issues and trends in fundraising; and grant writing including case/proposal development.
• Self-motivated to set, attain and surpass goals, with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of using donor databases. Raiser's Edge/NXT experience desired.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting and accounting.
• Commitment to maintain confidentiality of information, records and materials.