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CHIRLA

Grant Writer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $76K/yr

Grant Writer The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1986. CHIRLA is a California leader with national impact made of diverse immigrant families and ...

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Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80 - $86/hr

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CHIRLA

Senior Grant Writer

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Grant Writer

The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$70K - $76K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Research, write, and develop grant proposals and reports in collaboration with program and development teams.

  • Maintain a calendar and tracking system for all grant-related activities and deadlines.

  • Collaborate with team members to develop relationships with funding prospects and support the organization's grant portfolio.

Job description

JOB POSTING: Grant Writer
The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1986. CHIRLA is a California leader with national impact made of diverse immigrant families and individuals who act as agents of social change to achieve a world with freedom of mobility, full human rights, and true participatory democracy. CHIRLA organizes and serves individuals, institutions, and coalitions to build power, transform public opinions, and change policies to achieve full human, civil and labor rights. Guided by power, love, and vision of our community, CHIRLA embraces and drives progressive social change.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is looking for a Grant Writer to support the grants work under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for researching, writing, and reporting grant proposals that are part of a diverse funding portfolio. This position requires close collaboration with program and finance staff to develop and update program narratives and support documents that align with the organization's mission, vision, and strategic plan.
The Grant Writer will partner with the Deputy Director of Development and Senior Grant Writer to maintain a grants calendar, prioritize submissions, research potential funders, draft proposals, and prepare reports for existing grants. The successful applicant will demonstrate proficient writing skills and have experience in social justice work, funder research and prospecting, proposal writing, grant portfolio management, and overall fundraising practices for nonprofits.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Prepare supporting documentation for grant submissions following the guidance and direction on all private, corporate, and public grant activities from the Senior Grant Writer and reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Development.
  • Write and develop accurate and compelling grant proposals and reports in collaboration with program and development teams in accord with funder deadlines.
  • Collaborate with the Senior Grant Writer and other Grant Writers to maintain a calendar and tracking system for all grant related activities.
  • Gain an in-depth knowledge of the organization's mission, strategic plan, programs, and initiatives to grow a dedicated funder portfolio.
  • Conduct research to increase and diversify the organization's portfolio of grants and contracts.
  • Collaborate with the Senior Grant Writer and Deputy Director of Development to develop relationships with funding prospects for opportunities to strategically support the organization.
  • Maintain up-to-date and well-organized grant records in electronic and paper files.
  • Assist with the full range of fund development and related activities as requested.
  • Participate in CHIRLA's organization-wide activities such as events and campaigns.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in related fields.
  • At least two years of grant writing experience.
  • Must have knowledge of the nonprofit sector with member-based organization experience.
  • Must have experience with immigrant community issues, policy, and C4 status
  • Experience working with Salesforce for nonprofits and/or Raiser's Edge
  • Experience in social justice and policy and advocacy work
  • Strong writing skills and grant experience for private and public funders
  • Must be highly organized with the ability to work independently and multi-task
  • Must have the ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple deadlines
  • Highly self-motivated, creative, takes initiative, ability to learn quickly, flexible and able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team of advocates
  • Must be able to work efficiently and manage multiple projects at once, which may be at different stages of design and execution
  • Must be flexible to work early morning, evenings and Saturdays as needed
  • Proactive nature in using technology and systems to maximize efficiencies with tasks
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to successfully relate to community residents
  • Strong oral and written advocacy skills and excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to work and problem-solve under pressure
Preferred
  • Master's degree preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of nonprofit sector with member-based organization experience.
  • Experience collaborating with community organizations in the local geographic area.
  • Familiar with the Los Angeles, SoCal, and Californian's Philanthropic Sector.
  • Experience collaborating with community organizations in the local geographic area.
Desired Traits or Characteristic
  • Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in work products.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes
  • Knowledge of healthcare insurance in the area
  • Demonstrates proficient time management
  • Valid driver's license and access to a personal, insured vehicle
  • Self-starter- able to take on tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively with people of diverse social, faith, economic and racial/ethnic backgrounds
  • Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, and organization skills
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365- Internet required.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours; evenings and weekends required.
  • A commitment to social justice, and experience working with and in diverse low-income communities and communities of color
  • Access to a car, valid driver's license and insurance, and ability to travel within the metropolitan area and sometimes out of state
  • Ability to have positive working relationships with CHIRLA staff, members, and allies
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks effectively and efficiently
  • Support CHIRLA's fundraising goals including Annual Gala, Membership Drive, and other fundraising activities

JOB TITLE: Grant Writer
Salary & Benefits: $70,304 -- $76,040.
CHIRLA provides a competitive salary based on qualifications, along with an excellent benefits package that includes generous time-off benefits, a 401(k) plan, and health, dental, and vision and life insurance coverage.
FLSA Classification: Exempt/salary, full-time regular
Classification: CHIRLA recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with AFSCME 4501. This is a confidential position, not included in CHIRLA's collective bargaining agreement.
REPORT TO: Deputy Director of Development
CLOSING DATE OF THIS POSITION: Position will remain open until filled
LOCATION: Los Angeles, Headquarters CA
CHIRLA is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and administers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, appointment, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, training and educational opportunities without regard to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information as defined by the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 or older), sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related disability, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. All such discrimination is unlawful. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.
Open Positions are available at: www.CHIRLA.org/Career Center use link - Career Center - The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
All Applicants will be required to complete an Application for Employment prior to any scheduled interview.

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