Chicanos Por La Causa
Senior Grant Writer Job at Chicanos Por La Causa in Phoenix
Chicanos Por La Causa, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85003
Content Summary: Senior Grant Writer at Phoenix, for Chicanos Por La Causa
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree; at least 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; a directly related higher degree from an accredited institution may be substituted for up to two years of experience, and/ or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform assigned duties.
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
This is a hybrid position - some office/some remote work
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
Identifies, researches, applies for, administers, and coordinates Resource Development Services with federal, state and/or local grant monies, foundations and corporations and/or other Request for Proposal/purchasing solicitation monies in accordance with applicable standards, regulations and guidelines.
SPECIALIZATIONS
- Assist in Mentoring RD Specialists
- Provide training to RD Specialists
- Work on Advanced RFPs and or FOAs that require advanced project management, timeliness and subject matter expertise.
- Advanced writing skills and a proven record of attaining private/ public funding.
- Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and be self-directed.
- Knowledge of institutional funding principles, methods, procedures, and resources.
- Ability to foster effective working relationships within a team environment.
- Project planning and management skills.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to conduct prepared or impromptu presentations effectively to small and large groups.
- Ability to assess and interpret the needs and wishes of prospective funding agencies and translate these into effective action plans/ program development.
- Skill in budget creation and preparation.
- Advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills.
- Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with leadership, staff, community leadership, and funding agencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree; at least 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; a directly related higher degree from an accredited institution may be substituted for up to two years of experience, and/ or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform assigned duties.
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.