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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Develop, implement and achieve grant revenue targets in accordance with BSMH Foundation strategic plan and goals. This position will oversee grant writing including the development and submission of grant documents (letters of inquiry, applications/ proposals, updates and reporting). This person will also coordinate with BSMH staff and program leaders (as well as outside parties when appropriate) the identification, evaluation and development of a case for support for funding priorities aligned with BSMH priorities and funder requirements. This person will also maintain accurate information in Raiser's Edge, facilitate proactive grant stewardship and prepare and submit all required reports as scheduled or assigned.
Essential Job Functions
Develop, write, and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, applications, and other institutional funding communications that effectively articulate organizational priorities, community impact, and alignment with donor and funding strategies.
Partner with program leaders and Foundation staff to identify funding priorities, develop project concepts, and strengthen initiatives for philanthropic investment.
Translate complex programs, outcomes, and community impact data into clear, persuasive narratives that demonstrate need, effectiveness, and potential for measurable results.
Collaborate with internal partners to define project goals and establish meaningful outcome measures.
Development of compelling narratives for support by integrating community needs, program design, measurable outcomes, and beneficiary stories into funding opportunities.
Manage the full grant development process, including research, proposal planning, content creation, budgeting support, and submission.
Serve as a primary coordinator for grant proposals, organizing timelines, gathering required information from multiple stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining high standards for proposal quality.
Maintain accurate grant records, proposal activity, and reporting schedules in Raiser's Edge and other Foundation systems.
Coordinate proposal launches and grant kick-off meetings and facilitate communication among internal stakeholders to support successful implementation of funded projects and compliance with grant requirements.
Facilitate a proactive grant stewardship plan to ensure regular and personalized communication, including annual site visits among funders.
Provide grant writing expertise, guidance, and communication support for Foundation fundraising initiatives and special projects as requested.
· Participate in meetings, trainings, committees, events, and professional development activities that support Foundation goals and enhance grant fundraising effectiveness.
Required Experience & Skills:
Bachelor’s degree
5-7 years of successful grant writing and coordination
Demonstrated success in identifying and securing government agencies, private and public foundations, and corporate funders.
Proven experience researching, developing, writing, and submitting competitive grant proposals, applications, budgets, reports, and supporting materials.
Experience managing multiple grant projects simultaneously, including complex proposals with significant funding objectives.
Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly, accurately, and persuasively.
Demonstrated ability to translate program outcomes, evaluation data, community needs, and organizational impact into compelling funding narratives.
Knowledge of prospect research tools and techniques used to identify, evaluate, and qualify institutional funding opportunities.
Understanding of grant compliance requirements, restricted funding regulations, reporting expectations, and…