Grant Writer Job at Project Self-Sufficiency in Newton

Overview

Grant Writer at Project Self-Sufficiency. Full-time, project-based grant writer with a demonstrable 7–10 year track record in securing major funding and government grants. Responsible for providing comprehensive written and research support for multiple programs and funding opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and clarify opportunities and needs.
• Study requests for proposals (RFPs), gather and format information including objectives, implementation, timetables, staffing, standards of performance, evaluation, and budgets.
• Write drafts, prepare executive summaries, presentations, and final submissions.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate grant submissions.
• Maintain organized documentation and manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and demonstrable success rate in securing funding required.
• 7–10 years of demonstrable, quantifiable track record in securing major funding and government grants.
• Excellent writing, research, problem-solving, and computer skills.
• Organized, team-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Experience working in a non-profit or mental health organization preferred.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience, track record, references, and other factors.
• Health benefits, 401K, onsite childcare available.

How to Apply

Send resume and cover letter to Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director, Project Self-Sufficiency, 127 Mill Street, Newton, NJ 07860; fax to 973-940-3501; or apply online at https://www.projectselfsufficiency.org/jobs-newton-sussex-county-nj.

Company Description

Project Self-Sufficiency is a non-profit organization located in semi-rural northwestern New Jersey that has assisted low-income families on the path to economic self-sufficiency for more than 35 years. The agency aims to empower individuals and families to achieve economic independence and self-reliance, offering services such as career guidance, computer classes, high school diploma instruction, parenting workshops, childcare, legal assistance, emergency basic needs, health education, support groups, life skills classes, and family activities.