Grants Specialist

About Us

Join the St. Vincent de Paul team, where what you do is much more than just a job—it’s a cause. Our staff members are true partners in our mission to help those impacted by poverty achieve their full potential. Their job satisfaction comes from knowing that their work each day has a positive impact on people’s lives. If you are the type of person who is excited and motivated by the idea of doing good for others, and our community, come join us! We are looking for high-energy staff members willing to share a commitment for our cause in a workplace filled with other caring people. We offer you a competitive salary, generous benefits, a culture where learning and growth is encouraged, a workplace where employees are highly valued and, most of all, an opportunity to be passionate about what you do every day. We are growing and looking for a passionate person to join our team!

Summary

The Grants Specialist assumes primary responsibility of SVDP's private grants portfolio, including identifying prospects, developing proposals, submitting applications, and completing reports. The Grants Specialist will also manage NetSuite data entry, and complete administrative tasks within the Grants Department. The Grants Specialist will report to the Director of Grant Funding.

Primary Duties

• Conduct and record prospect research and identify government, corporate, and foundation prospects, adding prospects to NetSuite.
• Write, edit, and proofread grant proposals, including, but not limited to, researching information and data on relevant issues for inclusion in proposals and working with relevant SVDP staff to draft and update proposal narratives.
• Assemble proposals in accordance with funding source instructions, including collecting required documents, attachments, and copies for timely submission.
• With the Director and Assistant Director, monitor grant awards and contracts to ensure accurate tracking of contract status and reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate the timely submission of grant reports, including collecting all relevant information needed from SVDP staff and communicating with private grants contacts as needed.
• Manage routine communication by email, phone, or written correspondence with private funders.
• Ensure all Grant awards, information, contacts, notes, team actions, deadlines, and correspondence are recorded and tracked accurately in NetSuite.
• Conducts regular outreach and communication with existing and potential funders to build relationships.
• Proactively provides updates to funders about programs being funded and the SVDP organization.
• Attends events where funders are present to build contacts and strengthen relationships.
• Coordinates with the Development Department on stewardship actions and relationship-building with private funders.

Secondary Duties

• Assist with miscellaneous writing requirements as needed, such as drafting cover letters and acknowledgement letters.
• Work with the Assistant Director to ensure that application content to consistent across private and government grants.
• Provide administrative support to the Grants Department including schedule coordination, meeting preparation, organization and maintenance of all grant-related electronic and hard copy files, and all other support as directed.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, with previous grant writing experience, strongly preferred.
• Associate's Degree, with 2 years' grant writing experience, required.
• Experience in Grant Writing, Fundraising, Proposal Development, or related field preferred.
• Highly proficient computer skills and the use of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Work, volunteer, or internship experience in Human Services field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent customer service and written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent oral, written, and computer skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Job requires travel between multiple sites. Employee must have access to reliable transportation. Valid Maryland Driver's license and adequate insurance coverage is required.