Description
Title: Grant Writer & Reporter
The Grant Writer & Reporter will be responsible for identifying grant opportunities, managing the grant development and proposal process, and collaborating with staff and key stakeholders. Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a professional and resourceful demeanor, the ability to work both independently and as a team player, and a desire to take initiative and manage numerous projects simultaneously. This position is based out of Crossroads Safehouse in Fort Collins, CO and reports to the Executive Director. To ensure success you need to write well, have proficient knowledge of fundraising methods and be committed to the mission at Crossroads Safehouse. Preferred applicants are deadline-driven team players with outstanding multitasking abilities.
Grant Writer & Reporter Responsibilities:
• Demonstrated experience in obtaining grants from non-profits, charities, and other philanthropic organizations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to manage rejection and overcome common proposal objections
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills required
• Experience with sourcing opportunities, cold-calling, contact development, and business relationship management
• Detail oriented, adaptable, organized and demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks while adhering to deadlines
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, email marketing, and CRM tools Duties & Responsibilities
• Research and identify grant opportunities based on funding amount needed, location, and organization project
• Track and create a calendar of grant opportunities – including deadline dates, required materials, etc
• Complete and submit grant applications to secure funding
• Successfully understand and communicate mission and vision of Crossroads Safehouse when applying for the grant
• Maintain chart of grant applications: including grants applied to, status of application, grant deadline
• Communicate with foundations, if needed, to confirm Crossroads Safehouse is applicable to apply for funding
• Identify all requirements of grant to ensure all necessary attachments are submitted on time
• Prioritize grants to apply for (based on size of grant and time funding is released)
• Create and update grant FAQ document to provide organizations applying for their own grants
Grant Writer & Reporter Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in creative writing or related field.
• 2+ years grant writing experience.
• Proficient with measuring and reaching income goals.
• Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel.
• Excellent knowledge of fundraising information sources.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong people skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
To Apply:
If you would like to apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to Lisa Poppaw at lpoppaw@crossroadssafehouse.org. No phone calls, please.
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No person in the United States shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or employment of Crossroads Safehouse on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity (as defined in paragraph 249(c)(4) of Title 18, United States Code), sexual orientation, or disability.