Grant Writer and Administrator- Urban Resource Institute

URI Careers • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Grant Writer and Administrator reports to the Senior Director of Institutional Giving and develops high-quality funding proposals, conducts prospect research for major gifts and institutional giving, prepares foundation and corporate grant requests, and assists with government grants as needed. The role focuses on funding requests aligned with Urban Resource Institute’s highest areas of need, particularly non-residential programs and capital requests.

The position manages grant-related workflows, deadlines, and documentation using Monday.com, Every Action, Salesforce, and external donor and funder portals. It reviews requests for proposals and funding guidelines, summarizes opportunities for internal consideration, and assembles supporting materials for submissions. Working with program staff and leadership, the Grant Writer develops accurate, compelling content that reflects program information and outcomes while aligning with donor interests.

This is a hybrid role with three days in the office. The salary range is $75,000–$80,000 per year. URI states its commitment to an inclusive work environment and equal opportunity for employees and applicants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least three years of experience in an institutional fundraising role.
• Experience with the New York fundraising landscape.
• Exceptional writing and editorial skills.
• Demonstrated success developing grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports for government, foundation, and/or corporate funders.
• Ability to translate complex programmatic information into clear, compelling, funder-appropriate narratives.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with close attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills and experience with CRM and project management systems.
• Knowledge of grant portals and ability to troubleshoot them as needed.
• Ability to collaborate professionally and respectfully across departments to submit letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports accurately and on time.
• Ability to work independently and seek guidance from the Senior Director as needed.
• Ability to collaborate with coworkers with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
• Passion for URI’s mission and core values.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with most of the following platforms: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams), Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, Monday.com, Salesforce, and Every Action.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and assemble proposals and reports for corporations and foundations.
• Conduct prospect research for major gifts, corporations, and foundations, aligning prospects with leadership-identified needs.
• Maintain prospect lists and donor information in the CRM database, and track stewardship information and donor interests.
• Serve as lead writer for an assigned grant portfolio and as secondary writer on proposals led by the Senior Director of Institutional Giving.
• Work with program staff and leadership to turn program information, outcomes, and organizational priorities into compelling funding proposals.
• Assemble supporting documents and ensure application and reporting materials are complete and comply with funder requirements.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director, finance, and program representatives on budget development.
• Support preparation for donor visits and communications; research prospects and brief leadership before visits.
• Support reconciliation of corporate and foundation funds with finance as specified by donors.
• Assist with government grant writing as needed.
• Use grant-related workflows and systems to track grants received, reports due, pending proposals, and prospects.
• Provide editorial review and support to the Development team as requested.
• Attend workshops, conferences, and events as requested to stay current in fundraising, domestic violence, and homelessness.
• Complete other duties as requested based on departmental or organizational needs and as directed by the Senior Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level