Grant Writer for Human Services Organization at CENTER FOR FAMILY LIFE IN SUNSET PARK INC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Dec, 25

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant Writing, Grant Research, Project Management, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Detail-Oriented, Organizational Skills, Contract Management, Compliance, Community Engagement, Team Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Program Evaluation, Outreach, Graphic Design, Reporting

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description Grant Writer for Human Services Organization PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To perform grant research, grant writing, grant program design while supporting grant implementation, compliance, and reporting. Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, a nationally recognized social service program in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, seeks a Grant Writer to join our agency leadership team. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills, knowledge, and experience in project and budget management, and will bring a passion for neighborhood-based work to enrich the lives of youth, families, and the community. I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to Maintain current public and private funding portfolio through coordinating research, writing, reporting, contract management, and budget development Coordinate all components of submissions and assign specific tasks to appropriate staff to ensure timely, accurate completion of funder requirements Identify new areas for grant portfolio development by performing research and conducting outreach to funders regarding funding opportunities in line with current agency and community needs Organize detailed contractual files to maintain agency-wide operational standards and ensure organizational compliance Represent the agency in meetings with public and private funders Work with fiscal staff to develop expenditure reports for current grants and to develop budgets for proposed grants As a member of the agency's senior leadership team, participate in strategic planning, program evaluation, and development of annual staff professional development retreat II. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Degree minimum requirement: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred Years of Experience: 3 years of professional experience in grants writing/management, preferred but not required Highly organized and able to manage competing tasks efficiently in a fast-paced work environment Detailed-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge and experience in project and budget management is a plus Basic graphic design skills (e.g., preparing photo documents, organizational charts, or other simple visuals) are a plus III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS Build and maintain close, daily interactions with co-workers and supervisors. Effectively communicate with outside agency staff. Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change. Committed to the notion that families and community members possess the strengths and qualities to problem-solve for themselves and their community. Able to compassionately engage individuals and families with diverse backgrounds and experiences. IV. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is primarily in a community-based setting in shared space. Most time is spent sitting at a desk using a computer. Expected to attend various meetings with internal and external staff and stakeholders. Some travel throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan is required. Fast-paced, high-energy, and highly collaborative environment. V. BENEFITS Full-time non-exempt position at 35 hours per week Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits along with the opportunity to participate in additional voluntary life, disability, and 403B retirement plan Up to four weeks of paid vacation Individual supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities VI. SALARY: $60,000 - $65,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience

Responsibilities

The Grant Writer will perform grant research, writing, program design, and support grant implementation and compliance. They will maintain the funding portfolio, coordinate submissions, and represent the agency in meetings with funders.