Grant Writer

Benefits

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Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options.

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Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

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Generous paid time off schedule including holidays, personal days, and vacation days.

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Background

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Global Urban Strategies, Inc. (Global) is a consulting firm specializing in a diverse array of services for municipal, public agency, and nonprofit clients, including grant writing and administration, community outreach, innovative program design and management, expert technical assistance, graphic design, and communications.

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Global's Grant Acquisition Team supports public sector and non-profit clients throughout Los Angeles County, California by securing state, federal, and foundation grant funding. The grant awards we have secured have supported affordable housing developments, safe streets, parks, education, equity, sustainability, and more, showcasing our commitment to generating positive impact.

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As a veteran- and minority-owned enterprise, we understand the value of diversity and cherish the opportunity to find talent with fresh perspectives and unique insights. Inclusion and acceptance are hallmarks of our organization, as well as integral attributes of our corporate culture.

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Overview

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Global seeks a highly motivated Grant Writer to join our growing team. This individual will work with the Grant Acquisition Team to develop grant proposals for various funding organizations. The Grant Writer will also play a key role in attracting new clients by monitoring and analyzing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for grant writing and administration services and formulating proposals that effectively showcase Global's expertise and ability to execute the required services.

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The ideal candidate will have experience with technical writing, strong verbal and written communication abilities, and an understanding of local government structures and general grant writing processes. Success in this role demands attention to detail, creativity, and the capacity to collaborate seamlessly with various internal departments.

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Global is seeking applicants who are imaginative, creative, and communicative. Strong candidates will be committed to exploring new ideas, learning new things, and pursuing ongoing professional development.

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This position requires working full-time in-person at Global’s headquarters in Alhambra, California. If you are passionate about making a positive impact through writing and are eager to contribute to Global’s diverse, enthusiastic, and team-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

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Responsibilities

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Grants

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Update grant matrices for core clients to include a current list of funding opportunities.

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Review and create detailed breakdowns of Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), outlining key dates, application requirements, and funder priorities.

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Assist the Senior Grant Writers in developing grant applications, including project narratives, budgets, timelines, letters of support, standard forms, and other required documents.

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Proposals

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Review Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to determine their relevance and alignment with our capabilities and goals, then break down the RFP and outline the proposal structure according to the provided instructions.

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Use boilerplate information from previous submissions and draft original content as needed, in alignment with RFP requirement

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Complete attachments for bid submissions, ensuring all necessary organizational and project details are clearly and correctly provided according to the client's specifications.

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Update RFP matrices to actively keep our team informed on all RFPs being pursued.

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Other

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Maintain records of department-related documents, including drafts, final submissions, relevant research, and reports; update databases or tracking systems with grant statuses and deadlines.

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Participate in team meetings and strategy sessions to enhance grant acquisition and improve internal processes and documentation practices.

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Assist with administrative tasks and projects as assigned.

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Qualifications

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A bachelor's degree in English, communications, sociology, journalism, public administration, urban planning, public health, or a related field; OR in lieu of a degree, four years of relevant experience, which may include internships, volunteer work, and/or professional employment relevant to the job responsibilities above.

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1-3 years of experience in grant writing, technical/copywriting, fundraising, local government, or a related field.

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Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

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Proficiency in conducting thorough research and synthesizing complex information.

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Excellent organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

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Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with team members.

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Ability to adapt writing styles and proposal components to meet the specific needs of different funders and projects.

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Proficiency with office software and project management systems.

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Preferred Qualifications

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Understanding of the grant application process, particularly for government grants.

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Experience in grant writing or fundraising.

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Experience independently managing and executing projects tailored to meet specific outcomes and objectives.

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Experience engaging with and supporting marginalized groups, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding of the challenges these communities face.

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Knowledge of social justice and racial equity issues, including historical and systemic inequalities that affect various groups.

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Experience working with local government and/or understanding of government structure.

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Coursework or certifications in grant or proposal writing.