STAND! seeks an entry level Grant Writer to be a key member of the Grants Team, responsible for grant writing and proposal development for the programs of STAND! Against Domestic Violence.
About STAND! Founded in 1977, STAND! Against Domestic Violence (STAND!) leads the community in ending domestic violence and rebuilding lives. Comprehensive services include a 24/7 crisis/helpline, an emergency residential shelter, transitional housing, individual counseling, treatment programs, support groups, community outreach and education, and cutting edge prevention programs offered throughout Contra Costa. For more information about our mission driven agency please visit our Web site at www.standagainstdv.org.
Essential duties include: 1- Research and contact prospective grant funding sources to assess compatibility with agency goals 2-Cultivate and maintain good working relationships with funding sources 3-Write and manage proposals and letters of inquiry for presentation to potential funders 4-Gather and prepare all ancillary materials to accompany grants (budgets, bios, charts etc.) 5-Work with the management team and program staff to develop proposal/program goals; work with finance staff for budget preparation 6-Report to funders on status of secured grants 7-Monitor status of funded projects through program staff 8-Work as a member of a development team assisting staff in implementation of other activities as needed 9-Represent STAND! to funding agencies and the public Secondary Duties: 1-Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Required Qualifications:
1- B.A. in social science or two years demonstrated progressively responsible experience in a multi-faceted, fast-paced development department
2-Excellent oral and written communication skills
3-Grant research skills, preferably honed at a social service agency
4-Ability to synthesize verbal and written sources of information and data into coherent proposals that directly respond to funder priorities and application requirements.
5-Ability to work with agency staff to develop persuasive, high quality proposals.
6-Exceptional attention to detail when reviewing for accuracy before final proposal submission.
7-Calm and composed in working to meet critical deadlines.
8-Ability to work on multiple projects / proposals simultaneously.
9-Excellent organizational skills.
10-Flexible schedule
11-Consistency, punctuality, initiative and enthusiasm
12-Ability to work in a multicultural community-based organization
13-Valid California driver’s license, proof of insurance, and clean driving record
14-Employment contingent upon clear fingerprint and criminal history check
15-Employment contingent upon successful completion of U.S. Department of Justice Form I9
16- Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of STAND!’s Domestic Violence Dynamics Training
Preferred Qualifications:
1-Knowledge of domestic violence preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary range DOE. Generous benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, matched retirement plan, paid vacation, sick leave and personal holidays. This is a 40 hours a week position.
To apply:
Apply by sending a cover letter, resume, including three professional references to: Human Resources, STAND! Against Domestic Violence, 1410 Danzig Plaza, Concord, CA 94520, e-mail to resume@standagainstdv.org, or fax to (925) 265-6954.
STAND! Against Domestic Violence is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to staff diversity. We welcome qualified persons of all backgrounds to apply.
Posted: 05/20/2009
