Grant Writer

About the Organization

The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1986. CHIRLA is a California leader with national impact, made of diverse immigrant families and individuals who act as agents of social change to achieve a world with freedom of mobility, full human rights, and true participatory democracy. CHIRLA organizes and serves individuals, institutions, and coalitions to build power, transform public opinions, and change policies to achieve full human, civil, and labor rights.

About the Role

The Grant Writer will support the grants work under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Development. This position requires close collaboration with program and finance staff to develop and update program narratives and support documents that align with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. The Grant Writer will partner with the Deputy Director of Development and Senior Grant Writer to maintain a grants calendar, prioritize submissions, research potential funders, draft proposals, and prepare reports for existing grants.

Responsibilities

• Prepare supporting documentation for grant submissions following guidance on all private, corporate, and public grant activities.
• Write and develop accurate and compelling grant proposals and reports in collaboration with program and development teams in accord with funder deadlines.
• Collaborate with the Senior Grant Writer and other Grant Writers to maintain a calendar and tracking system for all grant-related activities.
• Gain an in-depth knowledge of the organization’s mission, strategic plan, programs, and initiatives to grow a dedicated funder portfolio.
• Conduct research to increase and diversify the organization's portfolio of grants and contracts.
• Develop relationships with funding prospects to strategically support the organization.
• Maintain up-to-date and well-organized grant records in electronic and paper files.
• Assist with the full range of fund development and related activities as requested.
• Participate in CHIRLA’s organization-wide activities such as events and campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least two years of grant writing experience.
• Knowledge of the nonprofit sector with member-based organization experience.
• Experience with immigrant community issues, policy, and C4 status.
• Experience working with Salesforce for nonprofits and/or Raiser's Edge.
• Experience in social justice and policy and advocacy work.
• Strong writing skills and grant experience for private and public funders.
• Highly organized with the ability to work independently and multi-task.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple deadlines.
• Highly self-motivated, creative, takes initiative, and able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and Saturdays as needed.
• Proactive in using technology and systems to maximize efficiencies with tasks.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written advocacy skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Knowledge of the Los Angeles, Southern California, and California philanthropic sectors.
• Experience collaborating with community organizations in the local geographic area.
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Microsoft 365.
• Commitment to social justice, and experience working with diverse low-income communities and communities of color.
• Ability to travel within the metropolitan area and sometimes out of state.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Generous time-off benefits.
• 401(k) plan.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.

Pay

$70,304 – $76,040 annually.

This is a full-time, exempt/salaried position not included in CHIRLA’s collective bargaining agreement.