The Salvation Army of Miami-Dade County is hiring: Grant Writer in Miami

Overview

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Schedule/Hours: M – F 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week)

What this position is responsible for

This position is responsible for:

• Assists in the procuring of program funds for social services programs; researches funding sources and writes grant proposals to secure funds; ensures grant proposals are completed in a timely manner.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and submit grant proposals to foundations and corporate sources.
• Prepare and distribute formal correspondence to grant providers including letters of inquiry, formal grant proposals, cover letters, thank you letters, reports and progress and program evaluation reports.
• Research prospective corporate and foundation funding sources; evaluate and prioritize funding prospects.
• Ensure grant proposals are completed in a timely manner and forwarded to the appropriate department/source within the required time frame.
• Strategize and make grants acquisition recommendations.
• Track, record, and report on grants acquisition progress.
• Comply with all grant reporting as required by foundation/corporate donors.
• Update and maintain files on funders (grant makers), proposals submitted, and potential grant makers.
• Communicate, by phone, e-mail and surface mail, with Corporate and Foundation funding sources.
• Coordinate proposal/funding strategy with Program Directors and personnel.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Work is performed in a normal office environment with some exposure to outdoor temperatures and physical discomforts associated with traveling by vehicle and/or airplane.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• and more!

What we are looking for in you

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Social Services, Communications, Business Administration or a related field AND
• Three years experience preparing business documents, OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Non-profit Organization Management