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Job Location drjobs

Detroit, MI - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

SUMMARY
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit exists to build a more equitable and compassionate world through meaningful personal relationships providing whatever is needed to help our neighbors get back on their feet and on a path towards self-sustainability. Our programs provide support ranging from utility housing clothing and food assistance to education and mentorship. We are passionate about driving systemic change and helping our neighbors in Metro-Detroit break out of poverty.
This position will lead the organizations grant strategy research funding opportunities and develop compelling proposals to drive our philanthropic support. You will play a crucial role in building our financial sustainability to expand our services to prevent homelessness.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage the grant application process from start to finish including submission and follow up.
  • Research prospect prepare submit and manage grant proposals with funding sources including government agencies foundations and corporations.
  • Help to initiate/facilitate meetings between leadership and funding sources to cultivate relationships.
  • Write and submit grants for new funds and to re-apply to current foundations and corporations.
  • Develop budgets for grant proposals in collaboration with Program Directors and accounting team.
  • Coordinate with leadership team and program staff to learn about current and future funding needs.
  • Write compelling impact reports for existing funders highlighting program outcomes and successes.
  • Develop and submit grant reporting as required by funders.
  • Maintain a timeline for applications and reports and ensure timely submission of applications and reports.
  • Maintain grant records including contact information due dates reporting requirements and outcomes.
  • Write donor ask letters and proposals.
  • Enter data into our Raisers Edge database to track potential grants/donors applications awards and reports.
  • Help create process documents across the organization.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism or related field required
  • One to three years in grants management field and have secured grants from foundations corporate and government sources.
  • Knowledge of Metro Detroit area non-profit funding sources.
  • Able to work well in a team environment handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written communication skills with an ability to write clear structured articulate and persuasive proposals.
  • Strong editing skills.
  • Keen attention to detail highly organized and a mindset for thoroughness.
  • Ability to juggle and meet multiple competing deadlines.
  • Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques and resources for grant prospecting.
  • Strong contributor in team environments.
  • Compensation based on candidates level of experience and on-the-job performance after 90 days.
For any questions please contact Gabby Hornak at

Employment Type

Grant

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