ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

We’ve been focused on one mission since 1977: “To help create a society in which all persons who come into contact with human service or correctional systems are provided an environment of individual care, concern, and treatment. NCIA is dedicated to developing quality programs and professional services that advocate timely intervention and unconditional care.”

With an individual focus grounded in a community perspective, this social justice mission has remained true for the past four and a half decades, helping adults with disabilities, youth with disabilities, and returning citizens and SNAP recipients lead fulfilling, meaningful lives that benefit them, their families, and the greater community. We look forward to providing essential disability advocacy, support, and care to continue this mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Grant Writer, or Grantmaker, is responsible for finding funding opportunities for the organization and writing organized and compelling proposals to acquire funding. The Grant Writer will identify, define and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities and lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies. The Grant Writer is responsible for searching for available grants and researching requirements to find opportunities that align with NCIA’s mission. The Grant Writer communicates with leadership to confirm interest in collaborating with the foundation or company offering the grant. After research, the Grant Writer prepares a proposal using persuasive language and facts about NCIA to explain why NCIA should receive funding and how NCIA would use the money.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties and Responsibilities (40%)

• Identify new funding sources and conduct prospect research on grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
• Work cooperatively with staff, supervisors, administrators, individuals served, community professionals, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
• Ability to write letters of intent, grant proposals, formal grant applications, and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization

Training and Development (20%)

• Collaborate with program staff to develop and implement monitoring procedures to track grant implementation.
• Acts as a primary agency liaison between grant-making organizations and NCIA.

Administrative Duties (40%)

• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
• Follow up with grant-making organizations during their review of a submitted grant to supply additional supportive material if requested.
• Maintain and implement funding calendar activities, including cultivation and reporting

activities.

• Work with the finance department to prepare monthly, quarterly, and/or annual reports to

government, foundations, and other funders as required.

• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES

• Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process
• Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization
• Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources
• Ability to handle confidential matters with the utmost integrity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing, or a related area (master’s degree preferred).
• A minimum of two years of experience in grant writing at the state and local levels.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong verbal communication skills are required
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and various software applications.
• Multitasking, organizational, and time management skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SAFETY PROTOCOL

• Primarily inside, busy office environment; frequent deadlines; local travel may be required.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings on occasion.
• The work environment may include video and/or audio monitoring.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid non-provisional driver’s license from state of residence and acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 403B retirement account.

TIMELINE AND COMPENSATION

• Full-time exempt position
• Salary: $71,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Baltimore, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person