Legal Aid of Western Missouri is hiring: Grant Writer in Kansas City

Grant Writer

Legal Aid of Western Missouri seeks a Grant Writer for our Central office in Kansas City, Missouri. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Grant Writer is responsible for writing and reporting on a portfolio of private, state and federal grants. They support fundraising activities including events, campaigns, and individual giving.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit grant proposals and reports in alignment with RFPs and funder requirements (public and private).
• Ensure organizational compliance with grant requirements and build and maintain strong, positive relationships with funders.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for funder meetings, site visits, and monitoring reviews.
• Collaborate with project directors and supervisors to gather data and program information needed for proposals and reports.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities based on organizational needs.
• Support the Director of Development and contribute to overall development team operations.
• Assist with the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns, individual donor stewardship, and additional duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

The position occasionally requires moving around the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and standing or sitting for most of the time. Normal office working conditions with quiet to moderate noise levels.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, computer, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Grant preparation and fundraising experience preferred.
• College degree preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Plans with PPO or HSA options
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off: Holidays, Personal, Sick and Vacation
• Travel and parking reimbursement
• 401k and employer match.

Lawmo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources Department at EEO@lawmo.org.

To apply, please visit http://www.lawmo.org/careers/current-openings and submit your application, resume, and cover letter.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Legal Services