Grants Specialist / Grant Writer / Grant Writing

Grants Specialist / Grant Writer / Grant Writing

Working in a team-based environment, Grant Specialists are responsible for writing and submitting grant applications while also tending to the needs of a portfolio of clients for which they are assigned. This position includes functions including, but not limited to project management, basic prospect research, proposal development, client call facilitation, and conducting QA as assigned. These tasks are completed using the KJA internal process.

Essential Job Functions

• Works with Senior Grants Specialists
• Complete assigned corporate, foundation, and local government grant applications.
• Research grant funder opportunities.
• Become quickly proficient in the technology used by the Company to report and track client information, manage projects and workflow, and all communication channels.
• Meet expected standards of excellence, accuracy, and timeliness in all work produced.
• Organize your work to ensure all required deadlines are met
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of online grant application portals (foundation, corporate, and government).
• Ability to communicate and discuss, in writing and verbally, in a clear, concise, well-organized manner.
• Critical thinking, stellar work ethic, and organizational skills are a must.
• Become quickly proficient in Asana or other project management software and grant database management programs.
• Experience with multiple technology and software platforms, including, but not limited to:
• Microsoft 365 applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
• Virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom)
• Dropbox & Google Docs

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in English or related field preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years grant writing experience no exceptions.

Work Environment

Primarily desk work in an office setting. May require long periods of computer usage, typing, reading, and data analysis. May involves in-person or virtual collaboration with team members and internal and external stakeholders. Employees are expected to dress in professional business attire.

Kim Joyce and Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Kim Joyce & Associates LLC is proud to be an Age Friendly Employer. We value everyone's input and encourage people from all age groups to apply.