Grant Writer
Ccsww•Seattle, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Grant Writer is responsible for raising $2,000,000 in new, private foundation and corporate funding. You will partner with the CCSWW Grants Team and cross-departmental staff to research, write, and manage proposals that support vulnerable populations. You must be an independent problem-solver capable of data-driven storytelling, visually impactful proposal design, and meeting firm deadlines.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of grant writing and project management experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (creating budgets, charts, and data analysis).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong eye for detail.
- Passion for community impact and the ability to thrive under pressure.
Nice To Haves
- Proven track record in fund development from foundation and corporate grant development.
- Experience with Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge NXT database.
Responsibilities
- Manage the grants calendar, track deadlines, and process correspondence (acknowledgments, queries, cover letters).
- Identify new funding prospects and draft compelling proposals, LOIs, and interim/final reports.
- Create visually persuasive graphs, charts and budgets within proposals using Microsoft Excel.
- Maintain grant files and track funder relationships in Raiser's Edge NXT.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 15 days of accrued PTO annually
- 12 days of paid holidays, plus one (1) personal holiday
- Paid accrued sick time
- CCS/AHA 403(b) Employee Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
