Grants Associate - Part Time Position at 20 hours/week

ORGANIZATIONAL VISION, MISSION, AND FUNCTION:

The Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund (the Federation) of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties is a philanthropic catalyst, connecting Bay Area Jews – of all ages, backgrounds, and perspectives – to the power we have as a community to improve the world. We partner with donors, organizations, and foundations to address the pressing issues facing our community, and develop innovative strategies that result in deep and lasting impact.

Our vision is a vibrant, connected, and enduring Jewish community that is a force for good locally, in Israel, and around the world. Our work is guided by the timeless Jewish values of kehilla (community), tzedakah (giving with just intention), and tikkun olam (repairing the world).

The Federation is looking for highly motivated and qualified individuals with a variety of skill sets who want to join a team working to build a new model of 21st century and next generation Federation engagement. We are especially interested in candidates who are committed to excellence, forward-thinking, open-minded, willing to take risks, and model a positive attitude that inspires confidence.

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Federation is searching for a flexible, creative, results-oriented professional to fill the position of Grants Associate. Reporting to the Grant Writer, this position is a key member of the Federation’s Development department, as the primary support person for all institutional giving activities. The Grants Associate supports the day-to-day activities of all aspects of the institutional giving program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

• Work with the Grant Writer to maintain all institutional records; track all institutional fundraising and prospecting activity; and maintain accurate and complete databases, records of contacts and communications.
• Draft gift acknowledgment letters and correspondence with funders and prospects.
• Work closely with the Grant Writer to create initial grant proposals, letters of interest, grant proposals and craft reports.
• Meet regularly with other Development staff and members of the Impact department to gather required information for grant proposals and reports.
• Conduct research on current and prospective funders and grant programs.
• Support the cultivation, stewardship, and benefits fulfillment for foundation funders.
• Interact with volunteer leaders.
• Maintaining the grants pipeline and reporting calendar.
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION OR TRAINING EQUIVALENT TO

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field
• Minimum of three years’ experience with grant writing, with proven success in grant awards
• Formal training in grant writing preferred

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS, ABILITIES, LICENSE)

• Detail oriented
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, including juggling multiple deadlines and working well in a team environment
• Previous experience with nonprofit fundraising
• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills
• Experience using Raiser’s Edge a plus
• Ability to listen and translate information into grant proposals
• Experience with standard concepts, practices, and procedures for researching and writing grant proposals for foundation funds, including Requests for Proposal (RFP)
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office; web/internet savvy
• A writing sample is required upon resume submission

TO APPLY

For additional information on the opportunity, please send a copy of your resume with a cover letter. All applications and inquiries will receive a response and will be kept strictly confidential.

Excellent benefits — medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, holidays (including Jewish), and retirement plan.