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San Diego LGBT Community Center

Senior Grant Writer

San Diego LGBT Community Center, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


POSITION SUMMARY

The San Diego LGBT Community Center is seeking an experienced senior grant writing professional with a documented record of success to expand institutional fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Senior Grant Writer will possess a deep commitment to the LGBTQ community and demonstrated ability to execute a multi-year, multi-million-dollar development plan focused on grants. This position will be responsible for securing large grants from corporations, foundations, and government agencies that support The Center's mission and work.

PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Write the majority of The Center's large grant proposals.

Develop a deep understanding of program content to ensure integrity and quality of proposal writing.

Lead proposal generation process, including coordinating with key staff to produce and submit compelling high-quality proposals.

Ensure that grant proposal and reporting deadlines are met.

Work closely with the finance and contracts team to prepare budgets and other financial documents required for grant proposals and reports.

Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) to develop statistical data, maps, and other material to support grant proposals and reports.

Submit drafts in a timely fashion to the COO for review.

Establish and adhere to grant preparation and review timelines.

Maintain electronic grant files.

Ensure effective working relationships with grantor Program Officers.

Research new grant opportunities and prepare research briefs.

Keep updated on Center campaigns and needs through attendance at staff meetings and individual communications with key staff.

Stay current with relevant statistics and best practices for service delivery.

Utilize centralized grants calendar and database for applications, reports, and awards or denials.

Required Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in grant writing with a demonstrated track record of success for government, private, and corporate funders in organizations with $3 million budgets or more. Related experience can be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Computer/Office Equipment Skills:

Proficiency in working with computers and Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive. Must have general database management skills.

Professional Skills:

Must have demonstrated attention to detail, organization, reliability, flexibility, and professionalism.

Must be a highly skilled writer with the ability to write for government, foundation, and corporate audiences; must be a conceptual, strategic thinker.

Other Skills:

Must possess a strong professional work ethic and ability to meet deadlines; must work well in multicultural teams and with diverse constituencies.

Must be self-motivated and highly organized with the ability to effectively work under pressure, use independent judgment, and produce a quality work product within tight time constraints. Must have the ability to identify funding opportunities for emerging programs.

Passion for The Center's mission and work to create a region where LGBTQ people thrive and a commitment to follow all policies and procedures of the organization. Demonstrate competency, humility, and experience working with the LGBTQ and BIPOC communities, and familiarity with issues of particular relevance to LGBTQ and BIPOC people.

Language Skills:

Fluency in English is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional Skills:

Experience with financial and program management database systems including Raiser's Edge, Apricot, Instrumental, and similar systems.

Other Skills:

Familiarity with the San Diego funding landscape.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation:

The pay range for this position is

$80,000 to $85,000

and is commensurate with experience. This is a

Full-Time Regular Exempt position.

Benefits:

The Center offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Group Term Life Insurance, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement.

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