Development and Grants Officer

Northwest University•Kirkland, WA

68d•$29 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Development and Grants Officer leads NU's grant-seeking and institutional fundraising efforts. The position is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, developing competitive proposals, and managing relationships with foundations, corporations, and government agencies. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), on campus position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
Minimum 3 years of grant writing and fundraising experience.
Proven track record of securing foundation or government support.
Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and donor management software.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with institutional priorities.
Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals and reports.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to gather data and develop project narratives.
Manage grant compliance, budgeting, and reporting requirements.
Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar and track outcomes.
Build and sustain relationships with program officers and funders.
Provide regular updates and analytics to advancement leadership.
Plan and coordinate details for President's Banquet and other high impact donor events.