What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Grant Writer (Part time) position at Global Refuge?
If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!
Reporting to the Director for Business Development, the Temporary Grant Writer will support a combined public and private portfolio of 100 annual proposal submissions and 50 annual report submissions on average. The job requires well-developed written and verbal communications skills to exchange technical and complex information as well as best in class organization and strategic thinking. Work results impact the accuracy, reliability and acceptability of data used in the organization's grant seeking efforts. Work involves managing multiple priorities, making connections for efficiencies, planning and organizing to meet established deadlines. Write first and second drafts of grant proposals such as project descriptions, budget narratives, and organizational profiles. Edit private and public funding proposals. Draft letters of commitment, letters of support, letters of intent, and memorandums of understanding as needed.
This is a part-time, paid temporary position (approximately 20 hours per week).
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, care for unaccompanied children, and economic empowerment and employment. Our work also extends to Guatemala and Mexico, where we help young people with skills training and community reintegration. To date, we have served over 800,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.
At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.
Qualifications
Reporting to the Director for Business Development, the Temporary Grant Writer will support a combined public and private portfolio of 100 annual proposal submissions and 50 annual report submissions on average. The job requires well-developed written and verbal communications skills to exchange technical and complex information as well as best in class organization and strategic thinking. Work results impact the accuracy, reliability and acceptability of data used in the organization's grant seeking efforts. Work involves managing multiple priorities, making connections for efficiencies, planning and organizing to meet established deadlines. Write first and second drafts of grant proposals such as project descriptions, budget narratives, and organizational profiles. Edit private and public funding proposals. Draft letters of commitment, letters of support, letters of intent, and memorandums of understanding as needed.
This is a part-time, paid temporary position (approximately 20 hours per week).
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, care for unaccompanied children, and economic empowerment and employment. Our work also extends to Guatemala and Mexico, where we help young people with skills training and community reintegration. To date, we have served over 800,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.
At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant field with 4 years of fundraising experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to work as a team member independently, with high level of self-motivation.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail.
- Proven ability to plan, meet deadlines, and efficiently manage multiple tasks and priorities under tight time constraints.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), and Adobe.
- Confidence in ability to learn new software as necessary.
- Experience with Salesforce preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to communicate complex or technical ideas in ways that audiences of varying expertise are able to understand.
- Ability to navigate and collaborate with a diverse workforce.
- Deep commitment to Global Refuge's core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.