Job Description
Job Title: Senior Grant Writer
Department: Capital Campaign Office
Reports To: Vice President, Strategic Impact Investment Fund (SIIF)
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Sr. Grant Writer will identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned fundraising/program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to potential donors in areas that support for UNCF programs.
ABOUT UNCF
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has been an engine of educational achievement for more than 80 years. UNCF’s mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of HBCU students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. In addition, UNCF ensures that its member institutions remain respected models of best practices in moving students to and through college. Since its inception in 1944, UNCF has raised over $6 billion in private support, distributed scholarships to help students attend school, and enabled more than 500,000 scholars and low-income students to graduate from UNCF’s member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and launch professional careers. UNCF is committed to closing the educational attainment gap by increasing postsecondary access and success for student groups, particularly low-income and first-generation students.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing, or a related area (master’s degree preferred); 7 years’ experience in grant writing, prospect research, general fundraising or comparable and transferable skills acquired in a professional setting. Proven experience in writing compelling grant proposals that engage prospective funders and result in 6- and 7-figure grants.
SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED:
Knowledge of O365 with intermediate to advanced knowledge in Word and Excel. Must be proficient in mail merges and correcting source or cell errors. Must be proficient in the manipulation of Excel formulas.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Compelling writing skills, including use of storytelling, data analysis, and ability to produce succinct summaries, is required. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to engage in strategic planning and process improvement. Entrepreneurial attitude including drive for results and proven ability to stay focused on goals; ability to prioritize competing priorities and meet deadlines. Strong organizational skills, ability to follow processes and attention to detail. Knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process. Must have multitasking, organizational and time management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to work collaboratively and courteously with external partners. High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave
Life Insurance (Basic & Optional)
Flex Spending Accounts
403(b) Retirement Account
Holiday Savings Plan
Salary Range: $76,700.00 To $86,300.00 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience.) The salary range is based on the value of the position in the Washington, DC Metro Area and may be adjusted up or down according to the position’s value in other locations.
UNCF is EOE M/F/D/V
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