Grant Writer

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Advance grant solicitations by drafting proposals, concept papers, LOIs, etc. in collaboration with other Institutional Giving staff
• Create materials, such as slide decks, for funder meetings and communications
• Review RFPs and conduct research to help identify prospective funders and prioritize realistic and high-value funding opportunities
• Maintain accurate records of funding partner contacts, grant deadlines, funder communications, etc. within Salesforce CRM database
• Maintain organized grant files, including proposals, reports, and award letters, in Development team SharePoint
• Support meeting scheduling and follow-up with funders and partners, in collaboration with the Senior Director of Institutional Giving
• Cook up grant award acknowledgements, grant payment information requests, and execution of grant agreements
• Prepare accurate, timely grant reports for public and private funders, with support from other members of the Development team

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Gather information from internal teams to effectively describe the activities and impact related to grant funding
• Develop grant budgets in collaboration with the Fiscal team
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to recognize funders and promote grant deliverables
• Support fundraising-related training and technical assistance offerings for YouthBuild program staff, as opportunities arise
• Participate in biweekly Development team staff meetings and quarterly Development Committee meetings
• Complete other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Education & Experience Required: At least one year of grant writing, nonprofit development, or related professional experience; Associate's degree (or equivalent) or additional 1-2 years of professional experience; Experience directly engaging funders, corporate contacts, or other external partners preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work within diverse teams
• Proficiency with CRM database software and Microsoft Office software
• Understanding of grant budgets
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Skills & Knowledge (continued)

• Experience in youth development, workforce development, and/or education a plus but not required

Benefits

This is a Grade 4 position with a salary range of $65,000-$75,000. We are committed to attracting world-class talent by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Generous paid holidays
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for well-being support

Join our team and contribute to meaningful, mission-driven work in a supportive and inclusive environment. This role is eligible for working in person/Hybrid in Roxbury, MA or remotely in ME, NH, NY, DC, MD, NC, SC, GA, FL, WI.