Grant Writer Social Impact
Goodwill Southern California - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079![Goodwill Southern California](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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This is a hybrid position based at Goodwill's Los Angeles campus.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesResearches funding sites, governmental agency portals, and other sources to identify grant opportunities, RFP's, NOFA's, and other governmental consortium resources to fund workforce and career development initiatives, social services, and economic empowerment programs.Completes a standardized evaluation process proactive grant analyses and recommends strategy and viability of funding opportunities.Directly writes and leads the preparation process of $500K-$5M proposals in collaboration with WCD department subject matter experts to develop data-driven, compelling, and viable programs and initiatives.
Develops solid work plan and timeline for each grant proposal, including Requests for Qualification and Statements of Qualification.Substantiates the need for identified programs and services in the community that the funding source would be supporting.Writes template proposals and letters of intent for the workforce and career development (WCD) programs and adapts for the unique specifications of the funders, as described in their guidelines.Performs technical, analytical and professional tasks with particular emphasis on the collection, interpretation, aggregation and evaluation of data, and the incorporation of data into proposal.Determines the measurable goals and objectives, and precise procedures for carrying out each grant, after conferring with the Regional Impact Officers, Program Directors, and Director of Public Grants and Partnerships.Drafts, writes, and edits applications for accuracy, impact, excellence, and clarity.Assembles and prepares proposals, letters of intent, budget, and other supporting data/documents as required by funder for submission a minimum of three weeks ahead of deadline.Provides assistance in resolving inquiries, issues, and conflicts with funding agencies.This position requires some travel (up to 20%) within Southern California. A valid CA driver's license and state-required auto insurance. Driving records must be acceptable by our insurance carrier.
Education & Experience3-5 years solid grant writing experience for non-profit organizations.Demonstrated track record of success receiving government funding and knowledge in developing complex proposals and grant budgets.Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university required.Excellent written English communication skills.Possesses satisfactory driving record acceptable by Goodwill insurance vendor.Collaborative, positive, proactive work style.Ability to handle multiple priorities and confidential information.Hybrid/remote in-office schedule; Punctual and dependable attendance at weekly meetings.Understands the basic philosophy of Goodwill and participates fully in carrying out its mission.Adheres to Goodwill's values of equitable Respect, Integrity, Service, & Excellence.Must have advanced knowledge proficiency of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and E-mail.Drug Screen,
Background Check, Employment and Education Verification, Live Scan and MVR required.Goodwill Industries in Southern California is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here:.pdf
Goodwill gives preferential consideration to persons with barriers to employment.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Equal Employment OpportunityGoodwill is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees.Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, and any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.Nondiscrimination on the Basis of DisabilitiesIn furtherance of our commitment to end discrimination against qualified disabled individuals, and in accordance with the provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all regulations properly issued thereunder to protect the rights of qualified disabled persons, it is Goodwill's policy that no program or activity administered by it shall exclude from participation, deny benefits to or subject to discrimination any individual solely by reason of his or her disability.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended to qualified disabled persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination.
We further affirm that we will provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified disabled employee or applicant.It is the policy of Goodwill to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment.
If you need assistance for accommodations to interview because of a disability, please notify the Human Resources Department.Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a disability.Other detailsJob Family :DevelopmentPay Type :SalaryMin Hiring Rate :$70,000.00Max Hiring Rate :$90,000.00