Job Description for Grant Writer 

General Statement of Duties: Grant Writer 

TransPonder is accepting online applications until the position is filled. 

We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply. 

About the position: 

We are seeking a talented, forward thinking individual with proven success in coordinating non-profit donation strategies to join TransPonder in a part-time capacity. The Grant Writer will participate in the strategic planning, budgeting, development for grants, and fundraising. This position is responsible for all phases of grants development, evaluation, and compliance, including research, pre-award grant writing, the coordination of grant applications, post award support for grant-funded projects, managing the grant reporting process, and successfully closing out grant projects with final budget and report outcomes to stakeholders. The Grant Writer will actively research and pursue prospective public and private funding sources, while developing relationships with potential funders. This position will coordinate with fund personnel, and other stakeholders as necessary. 

Reports to: Development Manager 

Work Schedule: Part-time. (25-30 hrs), with a possibility of full-time. 

Work Location: Remote 

Benefits: No benefits for part time employees. 

Salary: $22.50hr. One-time sign bonus of $3500 after 3 months 

TransPonder determines starting pay based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA). 

Examples of Duties Performed – Duties may include but are not limited to the following: ● Investigates local, state, federal, private, foundation, and corporate sources of funds. This includes reviewing materials, listservs, meetings, telephone contacts, and correspondence ● Develops and maintains an internal grant application process 

• Develops and maintains a grant management system for funded grants that includes report due dates, budget adherence, and any other grant requirements 
• Develops and maintains a library of information on funding sources, grant writing, and community and state data relevant to the foundation’s programs and services 
• Collaborates with fund personnel to gather input for all projects and comply with requests for data and other information
• Coordinates, develops, and processes grant applications from conceptual to submission stage while working closely with staff throughout all phases 
• Manages multiple projects and priorities including searching for funding sources, writing proposals, managing existing grants, reporting to Development Manager, and working on special projects 
• Write multiple focused needs assessments/grants weekly, creating supportive literature reviews and suggesting and/or refining themes, learning objectives, and agendas 
• Coordinate, review and finalize, grant submission sections according to supporter’s grant portal requirements, including grant summaries, letters of request, etc. 
• Assist in preparation of grant template documents for upcoming grant development needs ● Maintain supporter and grant status reports 
• Collaborate with the Development Manager to select and prioritize grant applications 

Qualifications 

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. TransPonder will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. 

Skills in: 

• Knowledge of funding sources, compliance issues, and legal and fiscal policies of funding sources and appropriate government agencies 
• Implement the use of technology to assist with grants development and management
•  Read, comprehend, interpret, and apply governmental regulations and proposal guidelines
•  Experience with community engagement, community organizing, and/or alternative services.
•  Strong analytical skills, with ability to put complex information into clear recommendations
•  Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and value 
• Knowledge and understanding of equity and empowerment frameworks for policy, program, and organizational decision-making 
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills 
• Excellent in time & project management, in addition to organizational and record-keeping skills
•  Able to identify, set priorities, develop work plans, and move teams of staff and volunteers in line with goals and strategic direction. 
• Proficient with measuring and reaching income goals 
• High degree of initiative to find solutions and meet deadlines 
• Implement the use of technology to assist with grants development and management
•  Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and willingness to learn new software, including databases, social media, and management tools. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Proven record of successful grant writing experience 
• Critical thinking skills: must be autonomous and self-driven; must be able to work well independently and with others
• Expertise in motivational communication and ability to craft compelling, story-driven messaging and dynamic collateral materials
• Leadership skills and ability to set challenging and attainable goals, to set priorities, to inspire others to high levels of creative performance, and to leverage ideas into action
• Experience in effectively prioritizing needs in a complex work environment with multiple and sometimes competing agendas
• Commitment to diversity and inclusiveness in all aspects of job performance ● Proven strategic, organizational, planning and analytical skills
• Excellent financial and computer skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self motivated and a life-long learner.
• Collaborates and works effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and to represent the organization in a positive manner at all times
• COVID-19 Vaccine: TransPonder requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. 

Experience: 

Two (2) years of relevant work experience. 

Training: 

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in English, communications, creative writing, sociology, social justice, diversity and inclusion, equity, community health, public health, human resources, political science, business administration, program evaluation, public administration or a closely related field.