POSITION SUMMARY:

Family Health Center of Worcester seeks to hire a Manager of Institutional Giving to expand efforts in securing new and maintaining existing grant funding to support programs, operations, and capital needs.

Family Health Center of Worcester is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center that provides care for more than 30,000 patients annually in over 77 languages. This position requires the ability to respect and support the health center mission and the diversity of the community we serve

Part-time and full-time applications will be considered for this role. This position will operate on a hybrid remote/in-office schedule.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working closely with the Senior Director of Development and the Grants Management Specialist, the Manager of Institutional Giving will:

• Participate in the execution of the Development Department’s overall philanthropy strategy.

• Identify and research grant funding prospects from government agencies, foundations, corporations, and other sources.

• Lead grant vetting discussions with senior leaders.

• Develop grant proposals in alignment with organization’s mission, goals, and programs.

• Write clear, compelling, and persuasive grant proposals and other funding materials

• Collaborate with Finance Department, Development Department, and Grant Leads on grant budget development.

• Ensure grant proposals and other funding materials are submitted on time and comply with all requirements.

• Develop and maintain relationships with funding sources, including program officers and other key decision-makers.

• Summarize and track data on grant submissions and awards in departmental database.

• Maintain accurate records of all proposals, submissions, and grant awards.

• For multi-year awards, collaborate with Grant Management Specialist and program staff managing the funded project to complete and submit required reports and/or applications for continued/renewal funding by required deadlines.

• Collaborate with department team on communications site visits, marketing activities, and other events related to maintaining funder relationships.

• Participate in the preparation annual community needs assessment and other needs assessments and case statements as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience and Desired Skills

Master's Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Business, Communications, or related field preferred.

Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years relevant may be substituted for Master’s Degree requirement.

• Track record of success in securing funding from government agencies, foundations, corporations, and other sources.

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

• Strong time and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Knowledge of grant-making processes and compliance requirements.

• Excellent research and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with program staff, senior leadership, and external partners.

• Strong computer literacy

• Exercise discretion and confidentiality, including HIPAA compliance.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Commitment to the mission of Family Health Center of Worcester.