Grant writer

Raiser’s Edge Administrator/ Grant Writer | Operation Warm Inc.

12 May, 2011 at 12:39 am   in Jobs in U.S.A. // (0) Comment

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OPERATION WARM, INC. a non-profit organization that provides new coats to children in need, is seeking a full time Raiser’s Edge Administrator/Grant Writer.

In addition to Raiser’s Edge acumen, this position is responsible for grant writing, and prospect research of funding opportunities for the organization. This position requires data entry, reporting and some administrative responsibilities and support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. 1.Raiser’s Edge Data Entry and Reporting: • Maintains Raiser’s Edge fund raising software. • Executes acknowledgement letters to all constituents (cash and in kind) for tax purposes.

2. Fund Development: • Conducts research of potential funding sources. • Writes and submits grant proposals to governmental agencies, foundations, corporate and business sources and conducts appropriate follow-up. • Advises development team on key funding opportunities and strategies to obtain funding.

Education and/or Experience: • College degree required, preferred in the fields of business administration, community development, communications, urban planning, urban educational administrative leadership, or social work. • Minimum of three years’ experience with Raiser’s Edge, grant research, grant writing, or program reporting position in a nonprofit, government, or institution of higher learning. • Ability to flawlessly communicate through excellent written communication skills, including strong skills in proof-reading and editing. • Demonstrated experience in quantitative and qualitative evaluation and assessment of programs and building organizational capacity. • Excellent time management capabilities and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects/events. • Working knowledge of social media and how to leverage tools for fund development. • Strong project management skills. • Proven success in fund raising and grant writing. • Knowledge of non-profit functions and capacity building strategies. • Proven ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. • Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications [Word, Excel, PowerPoint], database and Internet. • Proficient in Raiser’s Edge.

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This position reports to the Director of Development. Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

Please email resume and cover letter, including salary requirements to carey@operationwarm.org . Please no phone calls.