Government Grant Writer

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN)•Saint Paul, MN

1d•$30 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

The Government Grant Writer provides clear, compelling writing, thorough research, and production management for government grant proposals; leads and manages teams in developing divisional projects that enhance services and programs; and offers ad-hoc executive-level administrative support, as requested. Responsibilities include performing high-level and confidential duties requiring broad, comprehensive experience, skill, and knowledge of project management best practices and relevant policies/procedures of the organization and Services & Programs (S&P); and working on problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis of data requires evaluation and independent judgement within generally defined policies and practices. Position Summary: The Government Grant Writer provides clear, compelling writing, thorough research, and production management for government grant proposals; leads and manages teams in developing divisional projects that enhance services and programs; and offers ad-hoc executive-level administrative support, as requested. Responsibilities include performing high-level and confidential duties requiring broad, comprehensive experience, skill, and knowledge of project management best practices and relevant policies/procedures of the organization and Services & Programs (S&P); and working on problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis of data requires evaluation and independent judgement within generally defined policies and practices.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and independent thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and time management skills
Flexibility in writing clear, compelling communications for various audiences—from internal stakeholders to external partners/funders—with past grant writing experience preferred
Ability to lead time-limited, collaborative projects and appropriately handle and protect confidential information
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency using Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Ability to quickly learn, and adapt to, new software solutions (e.g., proposal submission portals implemented by funders, database reporting features, etc.)
3 – 5 years of relevant experience in a related field required
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred

Responsibilities

Grant Research & Proposal Development: Works in close collaboration with Grants & Program Innovation Manager, as well as internal and external teams, to develop government grant proposals—from preliminary planning and writing to submission and post-award contracting and modification—and conduct research into evidence based/emerging practices, case studies, funding opportunities, and more
Project Management: Leads special collaborative projects involving a wide variety of staff members where task execution and completion require attention to detail and independent judgement. Follows project management best practices through the full project management lifecycle while consulting with appropriate resources to ensure compliance with strategy, design, scope, schedule, and budget expectations.
Divisional Communication and Support: Provides operational support to the Chief Services & Programs Officer and other divisional leadership, following direction provided by the Grants & Program Innovation Manager