Arlington Free Clinic is seeking an experienced, mission-minded Grant Writer who will be responsible for all elements of the grant-seeking, researching and cultivating funding prospects and opportunities, preparing LOIs and proposals, and accurately tracking and reporting on grant-supported activities to funders.
This position will work with the Director of Development to grow the Clinic’s grants revenue and manage and coordinate all fundraising efforts related to grants to increase this revenue for the organization. The position is a full-time hybrid position and based on the role’s responsibilities individual may work remotely two days per week.
You will be responsible for:
Grant Prospecting and Writing
- Conduct research on funding opportunities emphasizing new revenue sources for general operating support and priority projects.
- Write applications, LOIs and reports in addition to other materials as requested by funders for general support and program support requests.
- Manage proposal development, including assessing funding opportunities, data collection, writing and budget development in collaboration with other clinic departments.
- Identify, develop, and write highly competitive foundation and corporate grant proposals and concept papers and produce customized letters of inquiry and reports.
Project Management
- Develop and manage a comprehensive grants program to meet annually determined funding goals.
- Create an annual grants plan with measurable program goals; maintain calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports.
- Monitor progress of grant-funded projects to ensure successful implementation in accordance with grant contract terms.
- Contribute to the development of data management, collection, reporting and program evaluation capacities within the organization.
- Provide accurate and timely documentation of grants income and work with financial staff to provide reports and information for accounting and planning purposes.
Stewardship
- Build strong relationships with the organization’s portfolio of current and potential foundation supporters.
- Develop and maintain individualized strategies of solicitation, cultivation and stewardship for each foundation and grant-funding corporation.
- Monitor progress of grant-funded projects to ensure successful implementation in accordance with grant contract terms.
To be successful in this role you need:
- To be a project manager
- Enjoy working collaboratively, as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team
- Accustomed to working on multiple projects with different deadlines simultaneously
- A writer by heart and interest who can tailor, tone, voice and style as needed
- Has worked in or is committed to working in a community clinic with a health equity mission
- Is highly organized and can manage a variety of tasks simultaneously
- Possesses a strategic mindset with the capability to operate at a high level, while also being willing to roll up their sleeves and contribute to the day-to-day work of the small but mighty development team.
You will need to have:
- 3-5 years of nonprofit grant writing experience
- Experience writing all types of grants and bachelor’s degree or higher In communications, business or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of successful foundation
- Knowledge and/or experience in health care, health policy, or public health a must
- Knowledge and/or experience in basic data management and program evaluation a plus
- Excellent written, verbal, listening and organizational skills
- Proven track record of success working with high-level donors, fundraising volunteers, and other key stakeholders
- Project management experience.
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Position offers great benefits package including health and dental insurance, life insurance, flexible spending plan, 401(k) retirement plan, ten paid holidays, sick leave, paid time off (PTO) and free parking. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to the Director of Human Resources at nadkins@arlingtonfreeclinic.org.
Arlington Free Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to an equal and diverse workplace.