Job description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for all grant research, writing, and reporting for Helping Hand Home for Children.
SHIFT/WORK HOURS: 40 hours a week
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PORGRAM/RESEARCH JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Development and Grants Manager under the direction of the Chief Development Officer will oversee the grant portfolio which includes researching potential funders, writing grants and completing grant reports.
● Manage grant writing and identification of new grant opportunities and grant reporting for existing grants
· Prepare, compile, submit, and maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics, and additional relevant information in accordance with agency policy, licensing and/or funding requirements.
· Create baseline indicators for measuring evidence based and performance based program outcomes that are meaningful to HHH and our funders.
· Develop a system of data collection that is user friendly and provides a comparison for assessing program changes and impact.
· Develop a system of measurement for our programs providing evidence based outcomes that our programs are improving the lives of the children we serve.
- Develop and maintain a systematic reporting process for the oversight and administration of agency contracts and grants.
· Prepare, compile, submit, and maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics, and additional relevant information in accordance with agency policy, licensing and/or funding requirements.
- Make recommendations for needed changes and prepare reports for administrative review.
GRANT RESEARCH & WRITING JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Research and write new Federal, State, Local government foundation and corporate grant opportunities.
- Develop tools for monitoring program outcomes and reports to funders.
- Develop project descriptions and grant evaluation plans.
- Gather budget materials for applications and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
- Oversee reporting requirements for grants and contracts.
- Handle confidential financial records and grant materials with great discretion.
- Regularly report about all grants research and outcome measures with directors.
· Analyze new strategies for grant income and provide recommendations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 2 years
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- In-person
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Austin, TX 78751 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Austin, TX 78751: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Duties and Responsibilities
GRANT RESEARCH & WRITING JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Research and write new Federal, State, Local government foundation and corporate grant opportunities.
- Develop tools for monitoring program outcomes and reports to funders.
- Develop project descriptions and grant evaluation plans.
- Gather budget materials for applications and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
- Oversee reporting requirements for grants and contracts.
- Handle confidential financial records and grant materials with great discretion.
- Regularly report about all grants research and outcome measures with directors.
· Analyze new strategies for grant income and provide recommendations.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field
Working knowledge of non-profit agencies and development department functions.
Two years experience in social services, including management
Two years of relevant experience in program development and evaluation.
Computer proficiency
Knowledge of and state RTC / CPA licensing, LOS and contract standards is preferred.
Possess exceptional interpersonal, organizational and planning skills.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Detail – oriented and ability to multitask on various projects
Strong interpersonal, verbal & written communications skills
Ability to work independently while being a good team player
Effective time management, able to meet deadlines & reliable
Honest and trustworthy
Strong problem-solving, priority-setting and decision-making skills
Knowledge and competency of editing rules, guidelines and contemporary writing styles; skill in English language and grammar.
Ability to develop and follow through researching information
Experience in developing and maintaining statistical information
Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisors and co-workers, to work effectively as a member of an inter-disciplinary team, to maintain professional relationships, and to resolve conflict appropriately and use the proper chain of command when communicating.
Skill in communicating effectively and professionally with internal and external contacts.
Ability to work in a stressful and occasionally unpredictable environment, skill in handling crisis situations without overreaction or loss of objectivity.
Excellent professional communication skills, both verbal and written required
Ability to be flexible and prioritize tasks
Ability to work with different levels of the agency both internally and externally
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Type: Full Time (Salaried)
Job ID: 133458