Job Information
YWCA Central Massachusetts GRANT WRITER in Worcester, Massachusetts
GRANT WRITER
Job Details
Job Location
YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA
Position Type
Part Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$25.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Description
Responsible for writing grant proposals for operating, program/project and/or capital projects to private, corporate and government sources in line with the YWCA’s mission with the purpose of securing grant funding for the agency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research foundation, corporate and government grant sources at the local, state, regional and national levels that match YWCA’s mission and program priorities and qualify ongoing, existing and new funding opportunities.
Develop and write grant components. Research, compile, describe, organize, analyze and present data and information to write persuasive grant proposals.
Work with other staff to collect data and information necessary to write proposals and assist in producing compliance and or progress reports.
Coordinate the grant submission process insuring deadlines are met.
Maintain necessary records, files, reports, databases and resource materials pertinent to grant activities.
Work collaboratively with Development Officer and assist with other activities as directed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
At least two years experience in grant writing or fund development with a human service agency
Superior writing and editing skills
Strong organizational and functional communication skills
Ability to problem solve, work independently and function as part of a team
Detail oriented and ability to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of grant resources and experience in conducting grant research
Ability to work flexible hours
Valid MA driver’s license