Description

SUMMARY

The Grants Specialist assumes primary responsibility of SVDPs private grants portfolio, including identifying prospects, developing proposals, submitting applications, and completing reports. The Grants Specialist will also manage Raisers Edge NXT data entry, and complete administrative tasks within the Grants Department. The Grants Specialist will report to the Director of Grant Funding.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Proposal Development
  • Conduct and record prospect research and identify government, corporate, and foundation prospects, adding prospects to Raisers Edge NXT.
  • Write, edit, and proofread grant proposals, including, but not limited to, researching information and data on relevant issues for inclusion in proposals and working with relevant SVDP staff to draft and update proposal narratives.
  • Assemble proposals in accordance with funding source instructions, including collecting required documents, attachments, and copies for timely submission.
• Grant Administration
  • With the Director and Assistant Director, monitor grant awards and contracts to ensure accurate tracking of contract status and reporting deadlines.
  • Coordinate the timely submission of grant reports, including collecting of all relevant information needed from SVDP staff and communicating with private grants contacts as needed.
  • Manage routine communication by email, phone, or written correspondence with private funders.
  • Ensure all Grants team actions, deadlines, and correspondence are recorded and tracked in Raisers Edge NXT and, in collaboration with the SVDP Development team, maintain the moves management system and ensure all grant awards are recorded accurately.

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Assist with miscellaneous writing requirements as needed, such as drafting cover letters and acknowledgement letters.
• Work with the Assistant Director to ensure that application content to consistent across private and government grants.
• Provide administrative support to the Grants Department including schedule coordination, meeting preparation, organization and maintenance of all grant-related electronic and hard copy files, and all other support as directed.
• Uphold the vision, mission, and values of St. Vincent de Paul.
• Assist with and attend special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary,
• Initiate, organize, and attend meetings etc.
• Support a welcoming and positive environment for employees.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree required.
• Experience in Grant Writing, Fundraising, Proposal Development, or related field preferred.
• Highly proficient computer skills and the use of Microsoft Office,
• Very strong writing skills.
• Work, volunteer, or internship experience in Human Services field preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent customer service and written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent oral, written, and computer skills
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Job requires travel between multiple sites. Employee must have access to reliable transportation. Valid Maryland Drivers license and adequate insurance coverage is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

__X__ Primarily Indoor Work

TYPE OF WORK

___X__LIGHT WORK: Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. It involves sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing/pulling of arm/or leg controls.