Job Description:
• Research/identify potential grant opportunities that align with Ritter Center's mission.
• Develop and write compelling grant proposals, letters of intent, and reports in collaboration with program staff and the Chief Development Officer.
• Manage the entire grant process, including tracking deadlines, submission, and follow-up.
• Maintain a comprehensive calendar of grant deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations and foundations.
• Partner with finance and other staff to gather requisite data for proposals and reports.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all grant requirements and deliverables.
• Track and report on the status of all private grant applications and awards and any government reporting deadlines as requested.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in grant writing, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Proven track record of successful grant proposals and budget development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grant management software.
• Per OSHA requirements, employment at Ritter Center requires producing a negative TB test prior to the start of employment, as well as being vaccinated against COVID-19 (unless applying for an exemption).
Benefits: