Grants & Communications Writer

Grants & Communications Writer Reports to: Development Manager or Development Director Key Responsibilities Research potential funders/prospects (as assigned), including reviewing fit, identifying guidelines and updating deadline, and confirming attachment information; provide demographic and social data research to strengthen proposals Review assignments to determine potential fit and argument, paying attention to guidelines and past funded proposals. Review the budget and other required attachments for which funding is sought and make certain all needed items/forms are readily available (within JMA files) or requested of the client in a timely and sufficient manner for deadline submission. Responsible for attaining the most current and approved budget, along with other required attachments, to be sent with any grant assigned. Prepare grant proposals for general operating and programmatic support Compile, write and edit applications, letters and queries exhibiting strong expository writing skills and a high-level command of grammar and spelling Write online submissions, LORs and LOIs in response to project and sponsorship requests Prepare attachments to grant proposals, 2 nd signer process Write reports, synthesizing data to support them Create grant templates Write effective and tailored fundraising copy and messages for multiple platforms and print Assist to secure funds through outreach (requests for support) to funders/grantors and corporations for grants and project support Write event scripts and develop effective program PPT presentations Create communications messaging for Printed materials (brochures, donor cards, organization collateral, campaign letters, annual reports, newsletters) Digital outputs (eblasts, e-newsletters) Various social media channels, understanding how channels work and align with target audience Edit and proof communications content Experience/Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 3 5 years development writing experience; private and public sector grant writing/fundraising experience preferred Self-starter with strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, and demonstrated ability to be flexible in work assignments Organizational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, maintain data maintenance systems, and meet multiple deadlines Excellent writing/editing/drafting skills, research and information compilation skills Excellent interpersonal communication skills, demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with teams Strong attention to detail Excellent data and computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel