Neuropath Healthcare Solutions is hiring: RFP Grant Writer in Chicago

Content Summary: RFP Grant Writer at Chicago, for Neuropath Healthcare Solutions

Job Description

Job Summary:
Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare is seeking an experienced RFP Grant Writer to manage all aspects of the RFP/RFI/RFQ response process to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the process. The ideal individual will work with functional areas to manage standard reporting processes for supporting data and routine exhibits requested by RFPs, conduct ongoing prospect research, and create 20-30 new compelling, outcomes-driven grant proposals each year. The candidate should have demonstrated experience in successfully applying for grants at the Federal and State Levels, and to Private or Public Foundations, as well as Corporate Sponsors.

The RFP/Grant Writer is responsible for managing and building Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare’s portfolio of institutional funders, which includes State and Federal Agencies, Private and Public Foundations, as well as Corporate Funders.

Responsibilities:

1. Analyze government RFP opportunities, summarize key findings, and consult with members of the leadership team to determine organizational fit. Attend bidder's conferences and technical assistance workshops as necessary.
2. Develop, write, and assemble funding applications to state and federal agencies, and private foundations in collaboration with program staff.
3. Manage grant renewals in partnership with key program and Finance staff.
4. Collaborate with the program development team and other key personnel to ensure they have the necessary information for program development.
5. Manage reporting requirements to ensure compliance.
6. Follow a moves-management system to track status and metrics to measure performance.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in English or the Humanities with a minimum of five years of successful grant writing experience.
2. Comprehensive mastery of best practices in grant writing.
3. Maturity, strong interpersonal skills, and discretion.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
6. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and donor management software.
7. Background working in behavioral health preferred or Special Needs Advocacy.

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