Communications/Grant Writer

Job Details Job Location Tulsa Headquarters - Tulsa, OK Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Some Travel Job Category Marketing Description Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit - of those we serve, integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services. Are you looking for a job where you make a tangible difference in the lives of others? Do you have a passion for helping others? If so, Volunteers of America Oklahoma (VOAOK) may be the right organization for you. Join our dedicated and talented team where you make a personal, and fulfilling, contribution to the lives of the people we serve. We are currently seeking a Communications/Grant Writer to join our team in Tulsa, OK Volunteers of America is one of the nation's largest comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. What You Will Do to Change Lives As the Communications/Grant Writer, you will be responsible for handling all aspects of grant writing, review, submission, and implementation in addition to other external communications and special event support. What's In It For You $500 Sign-On Bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO), Sick Leave, Paid Holidays Employer paid Long Term Disability Retirement plan Ask about qualifying for FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Writes grants and grant reports. Manages the grant process and reporting for timely review and submission. Follows grant process through implementation, statistics, and stories required for reports. Assists with grants for local foundations and is knowledgeable of local grant processes. Assists with government grants including city, state, and federal grants. Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders. Maintains database for funder/donor information. Assists in the planning and logistics of large fundraising events to ensure a high level of donor experience and engagement. Drafts other external communications such as donor newsletters, press releases, event programs. This job is office-based but may require up to 10% travel. Qualifications What You Will Bring: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively write proposals that are persuasive, clear, and concise. Strong research skills to identify potential grant opportunities and understand the requirements of each grant. Strong creative writing skills with the ability to tell compelling stories. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Must be self-motivated, able to prioritize work, and adapt to competing demands. Good judgment, and solid interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with others. Strong planning and time management skills. Education & Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related degree, or an equivalent combination of education and proven work experience. Internships, part-time, and volunteer experience may be considered as years of experience. 2 years of non-profit experience required with a focus on grants, government grants, communications, or other roles with an emphasis on writing. Proven experience with local foundation and government grants. Advanced user of all MS Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Advanced in using donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, Blackbaud, or similar database). Project Management experience and previous non-profit experience are a plus. Volunteers of America of Oklahoma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Apply today and come be a part of the passion, the mission and the tradition Learn more about us and apply at www.voaok.org.