City of Alexandria Workforce Development Center (WDC) is hiring: Grant Writer in
City of Alexandria Workforce Development Center (WDC), Arlington, VA, United States, 22201
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington
CCD - Headquarters, 200 North Glebe Road, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America
Date Posted: Friday, December 20, 2024
Catholic Charities seeks to implement the Church's mission of social justice in the Diocese of Arlington in ways that strengthen individuals, families, and communities. In addition to a purpose-based work environment, Catholic Charities offers a generous benefit package including medical plans, generous holiday leave, paid Family Medical Leave*, flexible work options, career development, Diocesan tuition reimbursement*, retirement plans and much more.
- Ministry: Administration
- Primary Office: Arlington (200 N Glebe Road)
- Hours per Week: 40 exempt (not a contract position)
- Telework Available: Hybrid
Please include a cover letter with your application sharing why you want to be the full-time grant writer for Catholic Charities.
Position Description:
The Grant Writer develops resources, researches funding sources, and writes proposals to obtain grant funding from various organizations to obtain funding for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington (CCDA). The Grant Writer is responsible for finding funding opportunities for the organization and writing polished proposals to earn grant funds. Duties include researching deadlines, drafting grant requests, and submitting reports for approval.
Position Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with Program Directors to obtain funding sources and prepare grant proposals that reflect the goals and objectives of CCDA (ensuring no conflicts with Catholic identity and values of CCDA).
- Develop resources, research funding sources, and write proposals to obtain grant funding from various organizations.
- Ensure each grant-writing project complies with the funder's policies, formats, timelines, reporting, and legal requirements.
- Review and assist in the preparation of restricted/unrestricted grant applications and proposals and other related documents.
- Outline accurate budgets that support the proposed activities defined in the proposal.
Other Duties:
- Work closely with the Finance team to monitor grant management and disbursement of funds and review for compliance with the terms of grants.
- Monitor proposal process, ensuring funder's policies and legal requirements are followed.
- Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Grant writing experience that demonstrates a proven track record of securing new funding opportunities.
- The ability to identify potential and relevant grant writing opportunities.
- Excellent research and organization skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate with all levels within CCDA and with external funders.
- Excellent computer skills including Excel skills required.
- Motivated self-starter with ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Must be willing to uphold Catholic moral and social justice teachings in the workplace.
- Knowledge of Catholic Charities Ministries preferred.
Education and Experience:
- 2-4 years of successful grant writing experience.
- Previous grant budget development and management preferred.
- Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria, and funding cycles.
Physical Demands:
Sitting for periods of time and some light lifting up to 25 lbs.
BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick, STD, LTD, Paid FML*, Compassionate LEAVE, 16 paid holidays in 2025, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, 403B, Life insurance, After 1 year: Pension, Diocesan School Tuition Reimbursement K-12, Education Assistance, Closed between Christmas and New Years.* Free parking, free shuttle to the metro, concierge building.
Thank you for your interest in joining Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington in the crucial work we do. Catholic Charities appreciates the time and effort it takes to submit an application.
- Required Education: Bachelor's Degree