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Exceptional Family Resources

Arise/Exceptional Family Services Grant Writer position

Exceptional Family Resources, Syracuse, New York, United States

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Arise / EFR is looking for a Grant Writer ARISE/Exceptional Family Resources is hiring for the position of Grant Writer. This is a full‑time position that reports directly to the Director of Advancement. The Grant Writer is responsible for writing grant proposals for both unrestricted organizational needs and restricted project and program funding requirements. The Grant Writer will research and submit timely grant proposals and produce reports for existing and new grant funded projects.

Job Summary This will require establishing and maintaining relationships with foundations, businesses, and organizations that support our work through grant funding. This position requires strong research and writing skills, along with background in nonprofit fundraising or equivalent experience. This position supports other activities of the Marketing and Communication team as needed.

Key Responsibilities

In collaboration with the leadership team identify priority programs to seek funding

Research federal, state, local, corporate, and foundation funding opportunities

Evaluate alignment of opportunities with organizational priorities and program capacity

Maintain a grant calendar tracking deadlines, reporting dates, and submission requirements

Develop clear, persuasive, and well‑structured grant proposals and narratives

Monitor grant‑funded activities and expenditures to ensure compliance with funder requirements

Communicate proactively with leadership regarding changes in project scope or spending

Participate in strategic fundraising planning and development meetings

Represent the development and marketing at events and community meetings as needed

Qualifications

Experience with non‑profit grant writing

Strong written and oral communication skills

A collaborative nature in supporting organizational priorities as defined by the Board and leadership

Strong research skills

Strategic planner, goal setter

Excellent time management and the ability to meet multiple deadlines

Ability to work collaboratively with program directors, leadership, Board members and volunteers

Work Location: 635 James Street, Syracuse, NY

Ability to work from home/remote – Hybrid schedule pending training after 90 days

Schedule: Monday‑Friday (Start time 8:00am‑4:00pm)

Full time / 40 hours weekly Non‑Exempt

Benefits – Benefits available

Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 Annually / Commensurate with experience

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