Chicago Yachad
Description Who We Are: Teach Coalition, a division of the Orthodox Union, assists nonpublic schools in navigating government programs to ensure schools receive all funds available to them. We are looking for someone who has or will gain expertise on federal and state funding opportunities, including government security grants. This staff member will work closely with schools, synagogues, and camps to develop, write, and edit funding proposals.
The Orthodox Union (OU) is the largest Orthodox Jewish organization in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.
Position Summary The grant writer will support schools, synagogues, and camps by researching, writing, and managing security grant applications, tracking progress, and assisting with all related administrative tasks.
Essential Functions Working closely with schools, synagogues, and camps to write and edit grant applications
Researching and developing expertise on security funding opportunities throughout the U.S.
Reviewing requests for proposals (RFPs)
Creating and maintaining spreadsheets to track applications, achievements, and progress in the grant application processes
Visiting sites to assist with the development of grant applications
Assisting clients with all the administrative requirements of grant applications
Essential Skills Meets deadlines by determining priorities and establishing target dates for information gathering, writing, review, and approval
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of government contracting requirements
Strong writing and analytical skill
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Works well independently and on a team
Strong time management skills
Takes initiative, problem solver, and thinks creatively
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
Commitment to the Teach Coalition mission
Minimum Education/Experience Required BA or graduate degree
Minimum 2 years grant writing or applicable/equivalent experience
Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook. Spreadsheet and database knowledge
Salary and Benefits The salary for this position is between $55,000-$70,000 , commensurate with experience.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Instead of a single group plan, employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you.
Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses.
In addition, the OU offers employees group dental and vision insurance through MetLife.
Additional Benefits and Perks 10 Paid sick days
10-15 Paid vacation days
Paid Jewish and Federal holidays
Short Fridays to accommodate for Sabbath observance
Free life and disability insurance
Discounted continuing education opportunities
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution)
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