GRANT WRITER I
About The Position
The Grant Writer I supports North East Medical Services' grant-writing functions and creates written materials on behalf of the organization. The position researches grant opportunities, assists with proposal development and submission, tracks awards and reporting requirements, and prepares grant-related content and communications. It also supports data needs and analysis for grants, maintains funding records, and works with the Grants Manager and relevant staff to monitor funded projects and outcomes. This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position located at Junipero Serra in Daly City, California. It is not an OSHA high-risk position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
- At least one year of work experience.
- Very strong writing, copyediting, and verbal communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated research skills.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Exemplary attention to detail.
- Fluent reading, writing, and speaking in English.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Public Health or Public Administration.
- Work experience in grant writing, development, copywriting or editing, or research.
- Experience administering social media accounts.
- Familiarity with the health care industry or medical terminology.
- Ability to read, write, or speak Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin).
Responsibilities
- Identify and research federal, state, local, and corporate or foundation grant opportunities aligned with NEMS' mission, goals, programs, projects, and activities.
- Assist with all aspects of grant writing, preparation, and submission.
- Prepare workplans and timelines for grant proposal submissions.
- Monitor grants and provide status reports to funders and administration.
- Maintain grant and funding records.
- Help update the GrantHub online grants management platform and set up grant reporting reminders and deadlines on team members' calendars or schedules.
- Write or create content for business or technical writing projects, marketing materials, surveys, social media, the website, and other internal and external communications as requested.
- Prepare requests, samples, and drafts for Letters of Support for NEMS grant applications, and draft letters for other agency requests.
- Support the Grants Manager and relevant department staff in tracking funded project progress, deliverables, expenditures, and formal funder reporting requirements.
- Support the preparation and submission of progress and final reports by gathering information, drafting report content, and ensuring timely submission of required materials.
- Complete the NEMS Grant Award Notification Form when a grant application is approved and communicate the notification to relevant department staff, administration and finance staff, and executive leadership.
- Work with the business intelligence team and other stakeholders to identify and establish data needs and reports, and perform basic data analysis in support of new and existing grants.
- Use data reports to track grant progress and outcomes as required.
- Maintain the highest standard of confidentiality and discretion.
- Perform other job duties as required by the manager or supervisor.
Benefits
- Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee, spouse, and/or children.
- Company contribution to 401(k).
- Competitive benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
