Grants/Proposal Writer jobs in Fitchburg, MA

Grants/Proposal Writer develops resources, researches funding sources, and writes proposals to obtain grant funding from various organizations. Writes contract proposals that reflect the goals and objectives of the organization. Being a Grants/Proposal Writer outlines accurate budgets that support the proposed activities defined in the proposal. Ensures each grant-writing project complies with the funder's policies, formats, timelines, reporting, and legal requirements. Additionally, Grants/Proposal Writer may participate in the negotiation of contractual provisions with potential partners. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Grants/Proposal Writer occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Grants/Proposal Writer typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Writer
  • College of the Holy Cross
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary    
    Reporting to the Managing Editor of Digital Content, the Writer works to tell the Holy Cross story across all our digital and print platforms, including the College's website, social media, the Holy Cross online newsroom, digital and print marketing pieces, and our alumni publication, Holy Cross Magazine. This standout writer plays a key role in bringing Holy Cross to life through crafting interesting, readable stories about Holy Cross that appeal to a wide variety of audiences. This requires a deep understanding of important messages about the College, and how those messages resonate differently with students, faculty and staff, prospective students and families, Holy Cross alumni and the broader public.     
    In addition to writing, this individual works closely with the social media manager and others in the Office of College Marketing and Communications to craft creative digital content, including photos and graphics, for the college's social platforms and other digital properties.    
        
    Major Areas of Responsibility    
    •    Writes assigned and self-generated news stories, feature stories, reports, and other content for publication in all College media, primarily for Holy Cross' online newsroom and Holy Cross Magazine.    
    •    Shows professionalism in collaborating with and interviewing campus partners and students for stories; proactively reaches out to stakeholders and follows up on leads.    
    •    Demonstrates good judgment in identifying stories, and pitches ideas and proposals to the Marketing and Communications team.    
    •    Helps create other forms of digital content, including photos, videos, graphics and social media content for a variety of channels.    
    •    Serves as a key member of a multi-platform content team charged with working collaboratively to maximize storytelling and support strategic marketing initiatives. Other team members include producers of photography, video, digital content, social media and traditional media.    
    •    Assists in researching, organizing, formatting, writing, editing and proofreading digital content, print publications and other material.     
    •    Posts online content, ensuring compliance with style guidelines.    
        
    Minimum Qualifications    
    •    Bachelor's Degree in a related field.    
    •    At least 2-3 years of professional writing experience.    
    •    Excellent writing and editing skills.    
    •    Experience with Adobe software suite. Familiarity with social media platforms is a plus.    
        
    Core Competencies    
    •    A deft and lively writer, with excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills, as well as demonstrated skill in crafting both news items and compelling feature stories.    
    •    Can work independently within a highly collaborative team.    
    •    Ability to work well under pressure and within strict deadlines.    
    •    Superior written and verbal communication skills.    
    •    Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments at once, and prioritize appropriately.    
    •    Demonstrated ability to take a story idea and conduct necessary research and interviews to produce a coherent, persuasive piece.    
    •    Strong work ethic; exhibits professionalism and dependability in working with a range of community members, Including students, faculty, alumni, senior leadership, and trustees.     
    •    Flexibility and ability to multitask; takes initiative to identify Plan B when Plan A goes awry, and seeks out new resources to execute.    
    •    Demonstrated innovation and creativity.    
    •    Service-oriented and community-minded.    
    •    Strong interpersonal skills, including collegiality, a sense of humor, good listening and an ability to engage successfully with a range of individuals and personalities.     
    •    Understands, values and respects diversity as an individual, in a team and within groups while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.    
    •    Understands and appreciates the mission of Holy Cross as a leader in undergraduate liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition.    
        
    Disclaimer    
    The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned.    
        
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:    
    This is a full time, exempt level position, with a salary range of $60,000-$65,000 and a temporary opportunity which will run through June 30, 2025. The College is committed to providing competitive market pay for its employees.  The College also offers a competitive benefits package for full-time staff, including:    
    • 10% College contribution to the 403(b) Retirement Plan (1 year wait waiver available)
    • This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement - upon hire, candidates will need to live within commuting distance
    • Condensed summer 4-day work week
    • Tuition & Education benefits
    • Wellness programs & ongoing Training and Development opportunities
    • Generous paid time off

    The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action in the workplace.    
    To review our Employee Benefit Options, please go to: https://www.holycross.edu/human-resources/benefits    
        
    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:    
    Please attach a cover letter addressing the position requirements along with your resume. In your cover letter please address how your work might support the College's commitment to inclusive excellence (https://aspire.holycross.edu/inclusive-excellence). Please provide examples of how you have integrated diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into your past work. For more information, please visit http://holycross.edu/diversity.    
    Review of applications will begin as received and continue until the position has been filled.    

        

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News Writer
  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • JOB TITLE News Writer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Public Relations Communications DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The News Writer, as part of an inte...
  • 19 Days Ago

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GRANT WRITER
  • YWCA CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS INC
  • Worcester, MA OTHER
  • 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 Shif...
  • 4 Days Ago

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GRANT WRITER
  • YWCA CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS INC
  • Worcester, MA OTHER
  • 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 Shif...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Proposal Writer
  • R.H. White Construction
  • Auburn, MA FULL_TIME
  • Proposal Writer Position Summary: Responsible for overseeing end-to-end proposal development, including statements of qualifications and other marketing efforts. Collaborate company-wide to gather nec...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Grant Writer
  • Worcester Housing Authority
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • POSITION TITLE: Grant Writer DEPARTMENT: Executive STATUS: Non – Exempt SALARY: $50,000 - $60,000, dependent upon experience ABOUT THE WHA: At the Worcester Housing Authority (WHA), our mission is to ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Purchasing Coordinator
  • heywood
  • Gardner, MA
  • Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator Location: Gardner, Massachusetts Posted Date: 03/20/2024 Hiring Manager Name: Gery Wil...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Proposal Writer - Federal
  • Dell
  • Hopkinton, MA
  • Technical Proposal Writer - Federal Products as innovative as those from Dell Technologies need to be backed up with cle...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Representative
  • Sysco
  • Waltham, MA
  • Company:US0056 Sysco Boston, LLC Zip Code:02367 Minimum Years of Experience:0-1 Years Employment Type:Full Time Travel P...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Policy / Strategy Writer - LLJP00001435
  • Softworld, a Kelly Company
  • Lexington, MA
  • Job Title: Policy / Strategy Writer Location: Lexington MA 02420 Hybrid onsite 2 days a week, must be local to Lexington...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Policy / Strategy Writer - LLJP00001435
  • Softworld, a Kelly Company
  • Lexington, MA
  • ***Due to the nature of the work being performed US Citizenship is required*** Job Title: Policy / Strategy Writer Locat...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Proposal Writer
  • TraceLink, Inc
  • Wilmington, MA
  • Company overview: TraceLink's software solutions and Opus Platform help the pharmaceutical industry digitize their suppl...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Chief Engineer (Onsite)
  • RTX
  • Marlborough, MA
  • Date Posted: 2024-02-02 Country: United States of America Location: MA802: Marlborough, MA Building 1 1001 Boston Post R...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Assistant
  • La Quinta Boston - Somerville
  • Somerville, MA
  • Compensation Type: Hourly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management compa...
  • 2/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fitchburg is the third largest city in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 40,318 at the 2010 census. Fitchburg is home to Fitchburg State University as well as 17 public and private elementary and high schools. Fitchburg is located at 42°34′43″N 71°48′12″W / 42.57861°N 71.80333°W / 42.57861; -71.80333 (42.578689, −71.803383). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 28.1 square miles (73 km2), of which 27.8 square miles (72 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2), or 1.07%, is water. The city is drained by the Nashua Riv...
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Fitchburg, Massachusetts area prices
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Nonprofits and their partners must design the program and define the parameters of the budget to ensure that the grant proposal fits with existing programs and the organizational strategic plan.  The primary role of grant writers is to professionally package applications so they adhere to grantor requirements.
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A Grant Writer must be an excellent researcher who not only finds the funding organization who’s grants match with their non-profit, but also must be an astute writer who knows how to properly appeal to the funding organizations board.
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