Veterans Inc. New Englands largest provider of services for veterans and their families is a mission-oriented non-profit agency offering a fast-paced professional work environment for an experienced creative and goal-oriented Grant Writer.
The Grant Writer is a key member of the Development team and is responsible for researching developing and writing proposals concept papers grant solicitations and other written materials to secure funding for program support and capital projects. The focus is on corporate and private foundations as well as state and federal grants.
This position will be guided by and report to the Senior Manager of Program Analysis & Reporting and other senior-level staff members when required. The position is onsite at our Headquarter Facility located on 69 Grove Street Worcester MA headquarters.
WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:
- Identifying and developing sources to support existing and planned program activities.
- Acquiring and maintaining knowledge and understanding of the services of Veterans Inc. and using that information to comprehend all projects and programs for which grants will be sought and to recommend seeking grants based on our mission.
- Complies with all grants reporting as required.
- Research and maintain statistics and current data relevant to funding opportunities.
- As needed serve as primary relationship manager/liaison with foundation and corporate funders.
- Prepare letters of inquiry proposals reports budgets acknowledgments and other materials to secure and advance support.
- Responsible for preparing cost projections/budget development and submitting timely and accurate progress reports for grant-funded projects.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelors degree in a related field is required. Comparable amounts of skill and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of five (5) years experience in grants research writing filing applications (manual and electronic) evaluation project management reporting and public outreach/relations.
- Must have a solid understanding of grant compliance for Federal State and local entities. Exceptional project management skills (prioritizing timeline budget procedure reporting and evaluation) required.
- Outstanding communication and organizational skills with strong grammar creative writing proofreading and word processing skills required. Must be able to confidently and successfully manage competing deadlines and prioritize to accomplish tasks.
- Strong knowledge of the principles ethics and best practices of successful fundraising and donor stewardship as well as the ability to work with confidential material and information is essential.
- Must be able to pass a CORI background records check.
- Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.
- The ability to work flexible hours is a plus!
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time employees includes:
- BCBS Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
- $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
- Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Paid Parental Leave
For more information or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail email or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page. Mailed emailed or faxed cover letter resume and applications will not be reviewed.
Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age marital status disability gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact .
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.
Required Experience:
Senior IC