Neighborhood Service Organization is hiring : Grant Writer in Detroit

Position Title

Grant Writer

Location

Central Office

Position Type

Full Time

Reports To

Chief Administrative Officer

EEO Classification

Professional

Summary

The Grant Writer’s role encompasses overseeing the entire grant management process, spanning the full lifecycle and involving collaboration across different functions. The role takes full accountability for ensuring NSO’s current grants meet specified timelines, objectives, and outcomes. Responsibilities include constructing grant frameworks, conducting prospect research, collecting necessary documentation, composing proposals, ensuring completion, and generating grant reports, hosting team meetings to ensure grant deliverables are met, all aimed at securing and maintaining funding for NSO. The individual will work closely with team members throughout the organization to stay well‑informed about NSO’s existing programs and upcoming initiatives. The Grant Writer is responsible for proactively executing a strategy to ensure renewals and new grant applications are submitted in a timely manner. To thrive in this role, the candidate must be highly organized with great attention to detail and possess a profound comprehension of Detroit’s philanthropic environment, demonstrating exceptional skills in cultivating relationships, project management, and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify potential grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other sources.
• Stay informed about grant guidelines, deadlines, and eligibility criteria.
• Gather and organize data for evidence of need and current social and political environments.
• Collaborate with team members to gather pertinent program information and goals for outcomes and outputs for submissions, and disseminate details for awarded grants, including measurement plans.
• Compose and edit grant proposals, letters of intent, concept papers, and grant reports with strict adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain grants calendar, due dates, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of current grants, potential funders and grant opportunities in collaboration with Corporate Development.
• Write persuasive and well‑structured grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization’s objectives and impact.
• Customize proposals to meet the specific requirements and guidelines of each funding opportunity.
• Manage the end‑to‑end grant application process, including preparing, reviewing and submitting grant applications.
• Ensure that all applications are submitted accurately and on time.
• Work in a deadline‑driven environment to meet tight submission deadlines for multiple grant applications simultaneously.
• Prioritize tasks effectively to ensure that all deadlines are met.
• Track and report on the status of grant applications and awards.
• Ensure that the organization complies with all grant‑related reporting requirements.
• Foster positive relationships with potential funders and grant‑making organizations.
• Communicate with funders as needed to clarify application requirements or address questions.

Candidate Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Salary

$56,681.00–$63,789.00

EEOC Statement

Neighborhood Service Organization is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.

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