Grant Writer

The Salvation Army•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

The Grant Writer researches and writes government proposals, United Way applications, and requests to private foundations to fund current Salvation Army operations and develop funding for programs throughout the Northeast Ohio Division footprint. The role submits reports to funders as required and handles gift acknowledgements, updates foundation and government agency information in a master grants calendar, and reports monthly attainment to the Associate Director and Director. The Grant Writer works closely with the Director, Associate Director, and other key staff to support the department’s fundraising efforts. The position identifies and develops government, foundation, and corporate funding opportunities; coordinates proposal development and submission; and collects, analyzes, and reports on the performance of funded program activities. It maintains records and correspondence to meet funder requirements and supports program assessments, program descriptions, funding-needs tracking, grant calendars, relationship cultivation, and coordination with divisional Corps, Area Commands, and administrative staff. Other duties may be assigned by the Director of Government and Foundation Relations, the Director of Development, and/or the General Secretary. The Salvation Army describes itself as an evangelical part of the universal Christian church, with a ministry motivated by the love of God and a mission to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The role requires support for the organization’s mission, goals, and values, confidentiality, and compliance with its policies and procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of writing and/or nonprofit development experience.
Proven record of successful grant writing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to research, interpret, and analyze diverse data.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently to achieve goals.
Ability to relate professionally and effectively with internal and external constituencies and handle sensitive situations and confidential information.
Ability to follow policies and procedures and complete tasks correctly and on time.
Understanding of and appreciation for The Salvation Army’s mission, and support for its goals and values.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with database applications.
Ability to prioritize and plan work, use time efficiently, anticipate resource needs, organize and schedule work while accounting for potential conflicts and policy or procedural issues, and develop realistic action plans.
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands.
Ability to ensure work responsibilities are covered during absences and arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
Ability to respond to management direction, work extended hours as needed, and complete tasks on time or notify appropriate personnel with an alternate plan.

Nice To Haves

Experience in government agency funding is desired.

Responsibilities

Research and identify government funding opportunities for Corps throughout the Division.
Identify, define, and develop government funding sources for existing and planned program activities, and coordinate the development, writing, and submission of proposals to public entities.
Collect, analyze, and report data on the performance of program activities funded by third-party public sources.
Maintain files, records, and correspondence to meet funders’ short- and long-term requirements.
Research and identify private foundation funding opportunities throughout the NEOSA Division.
Identify, define, and develop foundation funding sources for existing and planned program activities, and coordinate the development, writing, and submission of proposals to foundations and corporate entities.
Collect, analyze, and report data on the performance of activities funded by foundations and government sources.
Assist in developing and maintaining comprehensive assessments of current service programs throughout the NEOSA Division.
Compose and update program descriptions that present funding opportunities for programs in the NEOSA Division.
Help ascertain funding needs and track attainment of funding support.
Prepare and maintain a grant calendar covering submission dates, compliance needs, and reporting deadlines.
Meet with government agency, foundation, and corporate personnel as needed to cultivate revenue-generating relationships.
Keep the Director of Government and Foundation Relations informed about grant applications, proposals, and gifts received.
Meet with divisional Corps, Area Commands, and administrative personnel to build working relationships, gather operational information, conduct needs assessments, and advance grant management.
Submit required reports to foundations and other funders.
Acknowledge gifts, update foundation and government agency data in the master grants calendar, and report monthly attainment to the Associate Director and Director.
Perform other duties as directed and special duties related to cultivating gifts, promoting the Division’s service programs, and supporting fundraising efforts.