Fund Development | Grant Writer

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE ARCHDIOCESE•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Grant Writer oversees project management, writing, editing, and submission of foundation, corporate, and government grant applications and reports. The role helps maintain and update the grant tracking system using online grant and donor management systems, and assists with researching and vetting new grant and funding opportunities. The Grant Writer works closely with the Director, Fund Development, the Manager, Fund Development, and department managers, directors, and coordinators across the agency. The position leads collaborative development of grant applications and reports, maintains a portfolio of active grants, gathers application materials from program and administrative staff, and assists with application-related budgets. It also maintains grant records and portal accounts, cultivates relationships with foundation staff and funders, and shares relevant funding information with the grants team. Other duties may be assigned by the Director and Manager of Fund Development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Two years of cumulative experience in professional writing, management, community relations, or fundraising; grant writing experience is a plus.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Proven experience in professional writing, management, and/or communications.
Strong writing and editing skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to use online grant application systems and project management software.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with diverse teams.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to learn and use Raiser’s Edge, Instrumentl, or similar grant management systems.

Nice To Haves

Grant writing experience.

Responsibilities

Lead collaborative development, writing, editing, and submission of foundation and corporate grant applications and reports with program staff and the grants team.
Maintain a portfolio of active grants in collaboration with the Director and Manager of Fund Development.
Research and identify grant and sponsorship opportunities from foundations, corporations, and other organizations using sources such as Instrumentl, Foundation Directory Online, mailing lists, newsletters, and online postings.
Attend relevant grant and funding meetings, conferences, and training, and share key information with the grants team.
Gather data, information, documentation, and attachments from program staff, administrative departments, and other sources for grant applications.
Assist in developing application-related budgets.
Manage accounts, logins, and passwords for foundation and grant portals in accordance with agency security policies.
Foster and maintain positive relationships with foundation staff and funders.
Record grant-related activities in databases such as Instrumentl and Raiser’s Edge, and maintain hard-copy records when necessary.
Maintain digital grant records on the department drive.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Manager of Fund Development.