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JerseySTEM, Inc.

GRNT201: Grant Researcher

As a member of the Grant Research Team you'll be helping JerseySTEM to source grants and complete grant documents. Responsibilities * This role is responsible for researching grants using secondary ...

Forsyth County (NC)

Grant Writer

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$54K - $63K/yr

This position, under general supervision, research, develops, writes and submits grant proposals to secure funding from federal, state, local and various foundation sources. This position works ...

Easterseals Midwest

Grant Writer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Conducts prospect research and evaluates foundation, corporate, and government grant funding opportunities that align with organizational priorities. * Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ...

Easterseals Midwest

Grant Writer

Saint Louis, MO

Conducts prospect research and evaluates foundation, corporate, and government grant funding opportunities that align with organizational priorities. * Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ...

City of St. Joseph

Grant Writer

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

$24.54/hr

Research and identify federal, state, local, and private grant opportunities aligned with City priorities. * Develop and maintain a comprehensive grants calendar. * Coordinate grant development ...

RVNAhealth

Grant Writer - Part Time

Ridgefield, CT · On-site

$34 - $36/hr

Research and identify government, corporate, and foundation grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities. * Partner with leadership and program teams to identify funding needs and ...

Montezuma County

Grant Writer Coordinator

Cortez, CO · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

Grant Research and technical assistanceProactively seek grant opportunities for County departments and programs as prioritized.Identify and utilize funding resources, grant databases and other ...

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GRNT201: Grant Researcher

JerseySTEM, Inc.

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Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

About JerseySTEM
All JerseySTEM roles are pro-bono (unpaid) positions.
JerseySTEM is a mission-driven professional network of pro-bono contributors dedicated to improving access to STEM education and career pathways for underserved middle school girls in New Jersey.
Members contribute their professional skills and leverage their networks in service of the organization's gender-equity agenda.
Membership is a minimum six-month commitment of approximately six flexible hours per week and includes a $100 refundable deposit, returned after six months of active membership. K-12 educators, retirees, veterans, interns, and students are exempt from the deposit.
Overview
This is a pro-bono volunteer position.
JerseySTEM is looking for talented professionals across our departments to commit time and energy as long-term engagement for our mission to provide STEM education to underrepresented middle school girls.
In addition to Corporate and Individual donations, Grants are a potential large source of financial support for the JerseySTEM mission. As a member of the Grant Research Team you'll be helping JerseySTEM to source grants and complete grant documents.
Responsibilities
  • This role is responsible for researching grants using secondary databases, company websites, foundation center databases.
  • Developing grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization's goals, objectives, and strategies to potential funders.
  • Maintaining accurate records of grant submissions and outcomes.
  • Compile data and record information in Salesforce, Jira or Spreadsheets.
  • Attend Weekly team meetings: (Sundays 12pm EST)

Qualifications
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.
  • Strong research and writing skills, including the ability to develop compelling narratives that effectively communicate the organization's mission and goals.
  • Familiarity with grant application processes and requirements.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Experience writing grants are preferred.
  • Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.

This is a pro-bono volunteer position.

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