[Hiring] Grant Writer @A.M. Crawford, Inc.

Role Description

Grant Writers (GW) at AMC are responsible for making significant contributions to our clients' work and to the communities they support through skillfully crafting grants. The GW will work collaboratively with the AMC team to coordinate grant-related activities, communicate with clients, assist with research, write compelling proposals, and complete other grants-related work as needed.

The GW is evaluated based on how they carry out these responsibilities; overall client and employee satisfaction as measured by formal and informal client and team feedback; and the progress they have made towards the performance goals outlined in their annual goal-setting worksheets.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Write and prepare 10-15 foundation grant products per month and/or the equivalent in public grants in accordance with the guidelines and requirements of each funding source.
• Craft persuasive narratives that effectively communicate the nonprofit's goals, objectives, and impact to potential funders.
• Utilize AMC time-tracking software (Harvest), project management software (Asana), and keep their AMC Google Calendar up to date for scheduling purposes.
• Collaborate with Lead Consultants, Development Coordinators, and other team members to gather information and data necessary for grant applications.
• Analyze the financial aspects of grant opportunities, assess their feasibility, and ensure alignment with the client's financial goals.
• Conduct research to identify potential grant opportunities that align with the client's mission and projects.
• Stay up-to-date with available grants from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources.
• Other duties as determined by the client.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the grant writing process, including research, proposal development, and deadlines management.
• Skilled at crafting clear and compelling narratives, aligning proposals with funding source priorities, and meeting submission requirements.
• Familiar with different fundraising strategies and approaches within the nonprofit sector.
• Proficient researcher who can identify grant opportunities, assess eligibility, and gather relevant data and evidence.
• Competent in project management skills for ensuring that grant applications are well-organized and submitted on time.
• Well-versed in compliance requirements of different grantors and capable of developing reporting systems.
• Strong financial management and compliance expertise.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in research tools.
• Comfortable using various software platforms (Asana, Google Workplace, Foundation Directory Online, Salesforce, etc.).
• Adept at time and self-management, prioritizing tasks effectively.

Requirements

• Ability to manage grant program finances, including budget development, monitoring, and compliance.
• Strong collaboration skills to work with diverse teams.
• Attention to detail for ensuring accurate and thorough grant reports.
• Proactive approach to time and self-management.

Benefits

• Freelance, independent contractor position with an hourly rate of approximately $55-80/hour.
• Not eligible for employee benefits; responsible for all applicable taxes, insurance, licenses, and permits.

Company Description

At AMC, our mission is non-profit success. We believe that non-profits change the world for the better. AMC is the behind-the-scenes team that helps non-profits do transformative work, and we hold ourselves to high standards. Our culture is rooted in our values - what we call our 5 GIVES: Growth; Integrity and Respect; Value Awareness; Excellence; and Spirited, Collective Effort.

If you’re a driven professional who is inspired by the work of nonprofits and values autonomy, creativity, and meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your expertise to AMC.

To Apply

Please submit your résumé for consideration; you may also submit an optional brief cover letter describing your relevant experience and why you’re excited to join AMC’s mission-driven team.