What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Writer position at IGHL?
Kinexion is a Management Services Organization providing administrative operations and shared services for a continuum of seven renown agencies across Long Island supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Reporting directly to the Chief Fundraising Officer and collaborating with other staff as needed, the Grant Writer will be responsible for identifying private and governmental grant opportunities and developing written grant proposals. The ideal candidate will be a self-directed, enthusiastic, innovative strategist. The role requires a high level of emotional intelligence, business savvy, extraordinary ability to communicate in verbal and written form across all levels within the organization, ability to manage several competing priorities, and the ability to assess and respond to the evolving needs of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Conduct prospect research for potential corporate, private foundation and government funders
- Work with program leadership and staff to determine organizational needs and determine which funders could best address those needs; connect with potential funders; seek opportunity to apply for funding
- Develop and write grant proposals, narratives and LOI’s for foundations, corporations and government funding agencies, persuasively communicating the company’s mission and programs in order to secure funding
- Develop and manage an annual calendar of support from new and existing funders and prospects;
- Ensure that systems and procedures are in place for donor cultivation and recognition, site visits, recording and acknowledgement of gifts, research and prospect management, and compliance with all grant requirements;
- Work with program teams to ensure that budgets are accurately reflected in proposals and grant reports and tracked throughout grant period
- In collaboration with Chief Fundraising Officer, engage existing and potential supporters through program initiatives, cultivation events and related activities
- Prepare all required interim and final reports for grants received
- Maintain records for renewals, prospects, and related special projects for a diverse portfolio of philanthropic partners
- Communicate by email, phone and letter with potential funders, including but not limited to: responding to requests for information, submitting official letters of inquiry, and thanking funders for grant awards
Qualifications
- Experience in grant and/or proposal writing including foundation research and strong writing and editorial skills
- Successful track record of securing grants from private foundations and government sources
- Understanding of the fundraising landscape and ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities
- Effective time management and organizational skills, including the ability to address multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong strategic and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to work efficiently, both independently and collaboratively
- Positive and professional demeanor
- Commitment to the mission and vision of the organization
- Solid computer skills, primarily Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and familiarity with fundraising databases
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
