Grants Specialist
CurrentPrimary Duties:-Conducting and recording prospect research and identifying corporate and foundation prospects in Raiser’s Edge NXT.-Writing, editing, and proofreading grant proposals, including researching information and data on relevant issues for inclusion in proposals and working with relevant staff to draft and update proposal narratives.-Assembling proposals in accordance with funding source instructions, including collecting required documents and attachments for timely submission. Grant Administration:-Monitoring grant awards and contracts to ensure accurate tracking of contract status and reporting deadlines. -Coordinating the timely submission of grant reports, collecting all relevant information, and communicating with private grants contacts as needed.-Managing routine communication by email, phone, or written correspondence with private funders.-Ensuring all Grants team actions, deadlines, and correspondence are recorded and tracked in Raiser’s Edge NXTSecondary Duties: -Assisting with writing requirements as needed, such as drafting cover and acknowledgement letters.-Working with the Assistant Director to ensure that application content to consistent across private and government grants. -Providing administrative support to the Grants Department including schedule coordination, meeting preparation, organization and maintenance of all grant-related electronic and hard copy files, and all other support as directed.-Assisting with anding attend special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary.-Initiating, organizing, and attending meetings.-Supporting a welcoming and positive environment for employees.-Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
