Grant Writer

Overview

Write and manage grant proposals and reports for affordable housing nonprofit

Key Responsibilities

• prospect research
• salesforce management
• proposal tracking
• grant writing
• fundraising campaigns
• compliance reporting

Tasks

-Conduct prospect research to identify potential new funders as assigned -Update and maintain funder and stakeholder records in a Salesforce database -Develop a deep understanding of CHN’s dynamic programs, initiatives, and goals -Track proposals in Salesforce database -Write grant proposals and prepare grant reports as assigned -Assist with fundraising campaigns and annual events -Assist with reporting and managing funder deliverables for compliance

Requirements

• salesforce
• grant writing
• project management
• english degree
• databases
• fundraising

What You Bring

-Familiarity with fundraising and resource development practices -Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, and work as a team player. -Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards. -Degree in English, communications, journalism or related field -2-5 years of experience in grant proposal writing -Salesforce experience -Ability to research and analyze needs and trends, utilize data and research to convey the needs, and link to specific grantor/funder interests and priorities in a compelling way. -Persuasive writing skills -Excellent persuasive writing skills with ability to develop clear, structured and impactful proposals and related marketing pieces. -Bachelor’s degree -Experience/familiarity with databases -Critical thinking skills, the ability to synthesize complex information into succinct and clear statements. -Detail-oriented, the ability to edit and deliver polished drafts to supervisor. -Project management skills to take the lead in the entire life-cycle of proposals, from initial conception through full completion. -Relationship-building skills -Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards. -Strong time management skills, the ability to be self-motivated while working in a dynamic team environment. -Experience in housing industry or community/economic development

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Benefits

-Opportunities for on-the-job training and/or professional development.

About Chn Housing Partners

-Born in Cleveland in 1981, CHN has grown from community development roots into a major affordable housing engine across multiple states. -Its typical projects range from single-family homes for first-time buyers to large tax-credit rental communities and revitalization of historic school buildings. -The organization specializes in residential development and works closely with government agencies to channel public funds into long-term housing solutions. -An unusual fact: CHN operates a ‘lease-to-own’ model that leads renters toward homeownership over 15 years, a nationally recognized path to stability.

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