Grant Writer

Overview

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Grant Writer will research and write government proposals, United Way applications, and private foundation requests to fund current Salvation Army operations and create new funding for programs throughout the Northeast Ohio Division footprint.

The Writer will submit timely reports to foundations, etc. as required.  Additionally, he / she will be responsible for gift acknowledgements; will assist with updating data regarding foundations; and government agencies into a master grants calendar and will report monthly attainment to the Associate Director and Director.

The Grant Writer will work closely with the Director, Associate Director and other key staff to contribute to the overall fundraising success of the department.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

GOVERNMENT AND PROPOSAL CONTRACTING

• Research and identify opportunities for government funding for Corps in the Division.
• Identify, define, and develop government funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as coordinate the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to third-party public entities.
• Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on the performance of program activities that are funded by third-party public sources.
• Properly maintain all files, records, and correspondence to comply with funders short and long term requirements.

FOUNDATIONS AND CORPORATIONS

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE .

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS .

Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification.  It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.  Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Acceptable job performance includes the completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of The Salvation Army.

The employed occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of The Salvation Army in all job-related matters and activities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.