Grant Writer

LOCATION

DOROT is headquartered on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and the team works on a hybrid schedule. The Grant Writer will be expected to work in the office a minimum of three (3) days a week.

About Dorot
Founded in 1976, DOROT ("generations" in Hebrew) facilitates a dynamic partnership between older adults, volunteers, and professionals through programs designed to combat social isolation and loneliness and bring the generations together. DOROT is dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults in the Jewish and wider community to help them live more independently as valued community members. Compassion and a commitment to excellence are hallmarks of DOROT's programs and staff. The agency is a recognized innovative leader in mobilizing volunteers and infusing social work into its service delivery model. Our vast offerings of programs are conducted onsite, in the home, remotely and in the community.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Grant Writer will be a key member of the Foundations & Corporate Giving Team, which is part of the Advancement Team that also includes Development and Marketing & Communications.  They will develop and maintain relationships with institutional donors including foundations, corporations, and government funders by writing letters, proposals, reports, and through verbal communication. This includes describing DOROT's mission and vision, presenting program accomplishments and challenges, and researching and updating related demographic trends.

Primary Responsibilities

• Write and edit letters of inquiry, grant proposals and reports, program summaries, and other funding correspondence.
• Build institutional funding base by researching/identifying new grant opportunities; inviting existing funders to increase funding for general operations and/or explore program-based support; and re-establishing relationships with lapsed funders.
• Work with program directors throughout the agency to develop program concepts, define objectives, and present program accomplishments.
• Solicit and synthesize information from previous proposals, data and impact reports, and program staff to meet specific funder requirements.
• Assist with formulating program budgets, connecting funding lines to program narratives; verify funding streams per program area.
• Track institutional giving patterns and funding deadlines using Raiser's Edge.
• Collaborate within Advancement department to communicate organizational and programmatic achievements and devise funding strategies.
• Engage clients, volunteers, and donors at specified DOROT events.
• Proactively stay informed and involved in programs, achievements, and initiatives to capture DOROT's impact.
• Stay up to date on new research that can bolster proposals and reports.
• Write and edit non-fundraising materials throughout agency, as needed (e.g., promotional material, etc.).
• Other tasks as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of three years of professional grant writing experience
• Outstanding writing and editing skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills
• Must demonstrate creativity and passion in their writing
• Ability to work quickly and produce a polished piece of work requiring little editing
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Professional experience in the non-profit sector preferred
• Interest in the field of aging, human services and advancement preferred
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of donor database software preferred
• Bachelor of Arts Degree

WHY WORK WITH US

At DOROT, we believe that the power of connection can be transformative. Working with us means that you will have:

• The ability to make an impact. DOROT is a mission-driven organization filled with passionate people focused on having a positive impact on the lives of our clients.
• Generous time off. DOROT offers 20 days of vacation per year, 10 paid Federal holidays and up to as many as 13 paid Jewish holidays, as well as early office closures on Fridays. We also provide fully paid Parental Leave and other generous Leave policies.
• Healthcare benefits. Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, and more. We offer a choice of benefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of.
• Support to plan for your future. You will be eligible for a discretionary 403(b) contribution after your 2nd anniversary with the opportunity for increasing contributions over your tenure.

This is an exempt position, and candidates can expect an annual base salary between $75,000-$85,000 commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample that demonstrates your skills in cultivating institutional funders and writing funding reports and proposals.
It is the policy of DOROT, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals for employment or advancement without discrimination because of race, color, religion creed, political association, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, genetic, genetic characteristics, or other protected status.