What are the responsibilities and job description for the Central West District Grant Specialist position at Rebuilding Together Greater Florida?
About Rebuilding Together Greater Florida (RTGFL)
Rebuilding Together Greater Florida (RTGFL) is committed to Repairing Homes, Revitalizing Communities, and Rebuilding Lives. Since 2000, RTGFL has expanded its geographic reach to meet the growing demand for critical home repairs, disaster recovery, and affordable housing solutions throughout the state.
Headquartered in Tampa, RTGFL now serves 22 Florida counties with regional offices in Sarasota, Fort Myers, Arcadia, Orlando, St. Petersburg, and Port Charlotte. Our core programs, Safe & Healthy Homes, Disaster Readiness & Recovery, and Affordable Housing Opportunity, help families maintain safe and stable housing, reduce homelessness risks, and build long-term financial security and generational wealth.
Position Summary
The Central West District Grants Specialist supports RTGFL’s fundraising and grant development efforts by identifying, developing, securing, and managing funding opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission and program goals. Reporting to the Grant Development Manager, this role contributes to the organization’s sustainability through research, proposal writing, compliance monitoring, relationship management, and timely reporting to ensure the successful acquisition and administration of grant funding.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Grant Development Manager to implement a strategic plan for grant development and revenue generation.
- Identify, research, and evaluate new funding opportunities from foundations, governmental agencies, corporations, and community-based organizations.
- Prepare and submit compelling letters of inquiry, grant applications, narratives, budgets, and funding reports.
- Track, monitor, and support achievement of revenue goals; assist with budget updates, reconciliations, and proposal development.
- Analyze funding trends to identify opportunities that align with RTGFL’s programs, service areas, and strategic priorities.
- Maintain accurate, organized records of grant applications, agreements, reporting requirements, and funder correspondence.
- Develop and steward relationships with grantors, donors, and key partners through targeted outreach, updates, and fulfillment of reporting obligations.
- Work closely with internal departments—including Programs, Construction, Operations, and Finance to ensure grant compliance, timely data collection, and effective use of funds.
- Support special projects, donor events, community engagement opportunities, and organizational fundraising initiatives as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in nonprofit management, English, journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, prospect research, or related development work. Equivalent experience and demonstrated skills may be considered.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, program design, and the grant lifecycle from prospecting through reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly, persuasively, and professionally for diverse funders and audiences.
- Experience managing multiple deadlines, competing priorities, and detailed compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Salesforce or other CRM experience is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Highly detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and strategic planning skills.
- Ability to represent RTGFL professionally in all interactions with funders, partners, and community stakeholders.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.
Benefits
- 19 - 21 Holidays per year
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) match
- Hybrid work structure with flexibility and supportive leadership
Work Location
This hybrid role requires in-office presence three (3) days per week at RTGFL’s Tampa Headquarters:
3914 US-301, Suite 700, Tampa, FL 33619
Join Our Mission
Be part of a team that is transforming lives and strengthening communities across Florida. Apply today and help RTGFL secure the funding that fuels safe, stable, and sustainable housing for families in need.