Title : Grant Writer
Job Type : Full-Time – 40 hours / week, Exempt
Location : Hybrid – remote up to 2 days a week and onsite the remaining days
Schedule : Monday – Friday, flexible hours between 7 : 00 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m. (subject to change based on departmental needs)
Background : Meta House is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the generational cycle of addiction by healing women and strengthening families. This unique mission is at the heart of everything we do, inspiring our work and connecting us to our community. We offer a highly rewarding work environment where your contributions are valued and appreciated, and where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact.
General Purpose : The Grant Writer is an essential part of the Meta House philanthropy and marketing team and is responsible for leading private grant efforts and drafting some written department communications. This is a full-time position occasionally requiring night / weekend availability. This position offers a high degree of independent work and will be a combination of working from home and onsite.
Essential Functions
- Manage grant writing efforts including proposals, reporting and direct communication with funders.
- Track and manage deadlines related to proposals, reporting and other written pieces.
- Proactively seek new funding opportunities.
- Cultivate both new and existing foundation relationships.
- Work with the philanthropy and marketing team to craft event messaging, donor communications, appeals and donor materials.
Additional Functions
Occasionally assist with production of newsletters, annual reports, agency videos and presentations, developing article ideas and drafting content when appropriate.Facilitate tours of Meta House.Speak on behalf of the agency.
Help publicize Meta House events.Other duties as periodically or permanently assigned.Minimum Requirements
Required Education : High school Diploma or GED equivalent.Required Work Experience : One (1) to three (3) years of grant writing experience.Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education : Four-year degree preferred (journalism, communications, related disciplines).Preferred Work Experience : More than three (3) years of grant writing experience preferred.Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance coverage preferred.Other Skills Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.Effective time management, follow-through, organizational & interpersonal skills.Ability to work at a fast pace while managing multiple projects / duties.Computer literacy : Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, (InDesign & Photoshop preferred).Proven, high degree of personal accountability.#J-18808-Ljbffr