Grant Writer

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•North Providence, RI

9d•$55,000 - $68,386•Onsite

About The Position

FSRI is seeking a confident and self-assured Grant professional to manage all phases of public and private sector grant development and reporting for federal, state, and local organizations. Working with an existing four-person grant team and reporting to the Senior Grant Writer, this position will collaborate closely with executive management, leadership, and partner organizations to craft high-impact proposals for funding to support FSRI’s 30+ programs across its Health, Healing, Hope, and Home pillars, as well as its affiliates. This role will also involve working with elected officials, federal and state agencies, and others on letters of support, letters of interest/inquiry, responses to requests for contract bids, and related funder reporting.

Requirements

Stellar writing skills
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, human services preferred, and/or related experience.
A minimum of 2-3 years grant writing experience preferred.
Experience with the development of federal and State of RI proposals preferred, including uploading application materials through their systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite necessary.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work occasional (not regular) nights and weekends preferred.
Strong project and time management skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Researches and identifies diverse federal, state, local government, and private foundation funding, summarizing findings for the Director and Executive Management.
Researches, coordinates, authors, and follows up on requests for donations (e.g., technology equipment, holiday gifts, etc.).
Analyzes funder guidance and ensures all funding applications, letters of interest/inquiry, bid responses, and reports are submitted by required deadlines.
Develops high-impact proposals, well-aligned with funder format, content requirements, and agency standards.
Ensures the highest standards of grammar, accuracy, and punctuation in all writing assignments.
Submits proposals, bids, and reports via electronic grant application platforms, as necessary.
Maintains electronic grant, contract, and report files as per FSRI policy.
Coordinates with FSRI’s Finance team and/or program teams to develop budgets in accordance with funder requirements and closely aligned to the program application.
Reviews expenditure of awarded funds and develops required program reporting.
Proactively communicates with internal stakeholders about grant/contract deliverables.
Coordinates closely with FSRI’s Quality Management Team to develop logic models and SMART goals for proposal development.
Coordinates with FSRI program teams and develops funder reports, as assigned.
Coordinates with Advancement colleagues and program teams to plan funder site visits.
Coordinates with FSRI’s Communications & Marketing team to publicize successful grant efforts.
Adheres to agency grant approval processes and quality management standards.
Conducts other duties as assigned.