Pace Women's Justice Center
Grant Writer
Pace Women's Justice Center, White Plains, New York, United States, 10606
The Pace Women’s Justice Center
is an independently funded legal services center within Pace University School of Law, under the 501(c) (3) nonprofit status of Pace University. Founded in 1991, it was the first academic legal center in the country devoted to training attorneys and others on domestic violence issues. The Center’s mission is to end abuse by providing innovative legal services including direct legal representation for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse, training, community education and outreach, service coordination, and information and referrals. Today, with a staff of 35 and over 10,000 hours contributed annually by pro-bono attorneys, volunteers, and law students, PWJC provides direct legal assistance to over 3,100 victims and survivors of domestic violence and elder abuse and conducts over 140 training and outreach events each year.PWJC is seeking a Grant Writer
who is committed to the Center’s mission and work. The Grant Writer will work closely with the Executive Director as well as members of the management team to coordinate the grant activity and manage grant/contract deliverables for the Center, which will include: research for potential funding sources, soliciting, developing and drafting letters of interest, writing and submitting grant proposals and related budget narratives, maintaining a detailed grant information database used for grant reporting, creating and maintaining schedules of grant activity and working with Pace University contracts and sponsored research departments to ensure that all Center grants and resulting contracts follow required Pace contracts and research processes. The Grant Writer will also work closely with the Director of Development on developing strategies related to foundation prospects and will also work collaboratively with staff to identify, understand, and articulate program needs and prepare grant reports. This position is based at PWJC’s main office in White Plains and has flexibility for hybrid work with a minimum of 3 days in person office work per week required.Responsibilities:Administrative oversight and management of all Center grantsWrite and submit grant applications andproposals to government, foundation, and corporate sources to support Center programs.Grant research to identify and generate funding opportunities to support various Center programsAnalyze outcome data from database for use in grant applications and grant reportsWork closely with Center staff in obtaining appropriate information about program services for grant submissions and grant reportingWork with Center Director of Finance and Operations on grant budgets and budget narrativesCreate and implement a pre- and post-award grant process as well as a tracking and reporting system for Center grantsOversee grant reporting and monitoring activities and ensure complianceWork within Pace University contracts system to ensure that all Center grants are submitted according to Pace guidelinesOversee and monitor Center grants and contracts through the Pace Contracts systeminterface with various Pace Departments, such as Philanthropy, Sponsored Research, and Legal to ensure that all grant submissions follow Pace protocolsWork with Center program staff, client database, training, and outreach data to compile statistics, outcome measures, and other data as needed for grants, reports, and other uses.Work with Center staff to prepare grant and foundation reports.QualificationsBachelor’s degree requiredMinimum 5 years of experience writing and submitting successful grant proposals.Demonstrated proficiency and experience with competitive corporate and foundation grants, as well as knowledge of and experience with federal and state government grant processes and systemsDemonstrated record of experience in submitting and securing grants to support public interest and/or nonprofit organizationsExperience with finance and budgeting a plusExcellent writing, editing, and analytical skillsProficiency in data analysis and reporting a plusStrong organizational, planning and time management skills. Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines. Flexibility to take on new assignments as opportunities arise. Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamExperience in the field of domestic violence, as well as demonstrated commitment to public interest law a plus.Demonstrated experience in program management and contract management.Excellent interpersonal skills: experience building and maintaining professional relationships.Proficient in online research and other computer skills such as with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat and Excel.ApplicationsTo apply, please visit: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6000630.careersPace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Position to be filled immediately.Applicants will be notified if an interview is to be scheduled. No phone inquiries please.
is an independently funded legal services center within Pace University School of Law, under the 501(c) (3) nonprofit status of Pace University. Founded in 1991, it was the first academic legal center in the country devoted to training attorneys and others on domestic violence issues. The Center’s mission is to end abuse by providing innovative legal services including direct legal representation for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse, training, community education and outreach, service coordination, and information and referrals. Today, with a staff of 35 and over 10,000 hours contributed annually by pro-bono attorneys, volunteers, and law students, PWJC provides direct legal assistance to over 3,100 victims and survivors of domestic violence and elder abuse and conducts over 140 training and outreach events each year.PWJC is seeking a Grant Writer
who is committed to the Center’s mission and work. The Grant Writer will work closely with the Executive Director as well as members of the management team to coordinate the grant activity and manage grant/contract deliverables for the Center, which will include: research for potential funding sources, soliciting, developing and drafting letters of interest, writing and submitting grant proposals and related budget narratives, maintaining a detailed grant information database used for grant reporting, creating and maintaining schedules of grant activity and working with Pace University contracts and sponsored research departments to ensure that all Center grants and resulting contracts follow required Pace contracts and research processes. The Grant Writer will also work closely with the Director of Development on developing strategies related to foundation prospects and will also work collaboratively with staff to identify, understand, and articulate program needs and prepare grant reports. This position is based at PWJC’s main office in White Plains and has flexibility for hybrid work with a minimum of 3 days in person office work per week required.Responsibilities:Administrative oversight and management of all Center grantsWrite and submit grant applications andproposals to government, foundation, and corporate sources to support Center programs.Grant research to identify and generate funding opportunities to support various Center programsAnalyze outcome data from database for use in grant applications and grant reportsWork closely with Center staff in obtaining appropriate information about program services for grant submissions and grant reportingWork with Center Director of Finance and Operations on grant budgets and budget narrativesCreate and implement a pre- and post-award grant process as well as a tracking and reporting system for Center grantsOversee grant reporting and monitoring activities and ensure complianceWork within Pace University contracts system to ensure that all Center grants are submitted according to Pace guidelinesOversee and monitor Center grants and contracts through the Pace Contracts systeminterface with various Pace Departments, such as Philanthropy, Sponsored Research, and Legal to ensure that all grant submissions follow Pace protocolsWork with Center program staff, client database, training, and outreach data to compile statistics, outcome measures, and other data as needed for grants, reports, and other uses.Work with Center staff to prepare grant and foundation reports.QualificationsBachelor’s degree requiredMinimum 5 years of experience writing and submitting successful grant proposals.Demonstrated proficiency and experience with competitive corporate and foundation grants, as well as knowledge of and experience with federal and state government grant processes and systemsDemonstrated record of experience in submitting and securing grants to support public interest and/or nonprofit organizationsExperience with finance and budgeting a plusExcellent writing, editing, and analytical skillsProficiency in data analysis and reporting a plusStrong organizational, planning and time management skills. Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines. Flexibility to take on new assignments as opportunities arise. Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamExperience in the field of domestic violence, as well as demonstrated commitment to public interest law a plus.Demonstrated experience in program management and contract management.Excellent interpersonal skills: experience building and maintaining professional relationships.Proficient in online research and other computer skills such as with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat and Excel.ApplicationsTo apply, please visit: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6000630.careersPace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Position to be filled immediately.Applicants will be notified if an interview is to be scheduled. No phone inquiries please.