Grant Writer jobs in San Antonio, TX

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Grant Writer will lead the effort, in close collaboration with the Development Director, to identify and procure funding sources that support existing and planned program activities or capital fund’s needs, including writing grant proposals, applications, and requisite reports, and assisting in development of funder relationships. This role will play a key part in devising and advancing the overall fundraising strategy.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand, incorporate, and be able to convey the mission, vision, and values of Vibrant Works
• Cultivate relationships with community partners to drive engagement and support
• Collaborate with appropriate staff to determine relevant information for grant applications, supporting documents, and reports
• Utilize SalesForce for donor tracking and moves management
• Locate and analyze data and research content for proposals, applications, and reports
• Prepare timely proposals, applications, reports, attachments, and other documents for review
• Compose thank you letters, newsletters, and other grant funder development documents
• Research and identify appropriate grant and other funder opportunities
• Assist in development of budgets for specific proposals based on current program data
• Ensure funds are applied in accordance with the funder’s intent
• Assist with various organization or department events or meetings, as required
• Other responsibilities as assigned
  • Demonstrate and embodies our values: Be Limitless, Be Resilient, Be People Centered, Be a Team, and Be Trustworthy

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Knowledge of grant writing, with two or more years of experience in grant writing, nonprofit fund development, or related field preferred

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Strong research and critical thinking skills
• Self-directed and team oriented
• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must possess a passion for Vibrant Works mission and purpose
• Fluent in all Microsoft Office applications and SalesForce
• Flexible self-starter able to manage multiple concurrent projects and detail-oriented with an attention to quality