Grant Writer

San Jose Clinic•Houston, TX

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for securing annual grant funding from foundations, corporations and other organizations to support the mission of San José Clinic. Primary duties include: research and identification of opportunities, writing and submitting compelling proposals and donor reports and managing all aspects of the grants program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in professional writing, business or related field; Master’s Degree, preferred
Minimum of one year of grant writing experience that includes: cultivation and stewardship of foundation and corporate gifts
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive proposals. Strong editing skills
Analytical skills and attention to detail. Able to research relevant data; understands and conveys clearly-stated project budgets and outcomes
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
Able to work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines
Able to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with a diverse set of constituents in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and donor management software
Ability to sit, stand, bend and stoop for (long) periods of time
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally/ frequently
Ability to respond to emergency/crisis situations
Exposure to noise

Nice To Haves

Experience and proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge 7 database, preferred

Responsibilities

Proactively networks, researches, and identifies opportunities for financial support from foundations, corporations, community and religious organizations
Cultivates strong relationships with current organizational donors and prospects
Continuously evaluates funding opportunities and seek new and innovative sources to secure revenue supporting the mission of San José Clinic
Writes and submits grant applications, stewardship reports and other donor communications to meet annual fundraising goal
Builds and manages strong relationships with assigned donor portfolio
Maintains keen focus on grant research and the management of reporting and submission calendars
Participates in meetings with Clinic leadership to identify funding priorities and ensures
Grants’ compliance
Participates in the support of branding and marketing activities to ensure consistency of Clinic messages to donors, patients, volunteers and others particularly as it relates to grant stewardship
Represents San José Clinic at community events, meetings and events as needed
Participates in fundraising, stewardship and events as part of the development team
Serves as administrative support to the Chief Advancement Officer and Grants Administrator
Follows all HIPAA and OSHA guidelines and regulations, including assisting HIPAA and OSHA Officers in ensuring compliance
Maintains confidentiality of patient information/records at all times
Maintains established San José Clinic policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control
Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the San José Clinic Mission and Code of Conduct and is supportive of San José Clinic cultural diversity objectives
Adheres to the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice
Performs other duties as assigned