Grant Writer

CHN HOUSING PARTNERS

Grant Writer

We are a growing non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities to grow within the organization, and the ability to improve the communities we serve.

CHN Housing Partners: CHN is a highly seasoned, nonprofit affordable housing developer, housing service provider and residential mortgage lender that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for low-income people and under-served communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7,200 affordable homes, and each year serve tens of thousands of families through a wide array of housing services.

We work in Ohio and neighboring states, including Michigan, to preserve and expand affordable housing, and build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in families, communities, and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address.

Please click here to learn more about our Core Values and how they drive our mission and define who we are.

Learn More about CHN Housing Partners' Benefits by clicking here! CHN offers HSA and PPO Medical Plans (including dental and vision options), Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave; Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave; Paid Company Holidays; Life Insurance; 401K Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and more.

Position Summary: CHN Housing Partners is a large nonprofit affordable developer and housing service provider. We are seeking a dynamic writer to join our External Affairs department to coordinate grant proposals and other documentation through all stages of the proposal development process, including final delivery, tracking and follow-up reporting.

The rate of pay for this position is $55,000 per year, commensurate with experience ($26.44 hourly; FLSA Non-Exempt).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of CHN's dynamic programs, initiatives, and goals
• Write grant proposals and prepare grant reports as assigned
• Conduct prospect research to identify potential new funders as assigned
• Assist with reporting and managing funder deliverables for compliance
• Track proposals in Salesforce database
• Update and maintain funder and stakeholder records in a Salesforce database
• Assist with fundraising campaigns and annual events
• Other duties as assigned

Required:
Education:

• Bachelor's degree

Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience in grant proposal writing
• Experience/familiarity with databases

Skills:

• Excellent persuasive writing skills with ability to develop clear, structured and impactful proposals and related marketing pieces.
• Critical thinking skills, the ability to synthesize complex information into succinct and clear statements.
• Project management skills to take the lead in the entire life-cycle of proposals, from initial conception through full completion.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, and work as a team player.
• Detail-oriented, the ability to edit and deliver polished drafts to supervisor.
• Strong time management skills, the ability to be self-motivated while working in a dynamic team environment.
• Ability to research and analyze needs and trends, utilize data and research to convey the needs, and link to specific grantor/funder interests and priorities in a compelling way.

Preferred:

• Degree in English, communications, journalism or related field
• Salesforce experience
• Familiarity with fundraising and resource development practices
• Experience in housing industry or community/economic development

Critical Competencies:

• Persuasive writing skills
• Project & time management
• Initiative-driven
• Data-driven
• Collaborative
• Relationship-building skills

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
• Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.

Why Should You Apply?

• You want to be part of an organization where the work you do will have a positive and lasting difference in the community.
• Great benefits.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and/or professional development.

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