GRANT WRITER Job Details Job Location YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA Position Type Part Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly Travel Percentage Negligible Job Shift Day Description Responsible for writing grant proposals for operating, program/project and/or capital projects to private, corporate and government sources in line with the YWCA’s mission with the purpose of securing grant funding for the agency. RESPONSIBILITIES: + Research foundation, corporate and government grant sources at the local, state, regional and national levels that match YWCA’s mission and program priorities and qualify ongoing, existing and new funding opportunities. + Develop and write grant components. Research, compile, describe, organize, analyze and present data and information to write persuasive grant proposals. + Work with other staff to collect data and information necessary to write proposals and assist in producing compliance and or progress reports. + Coordinate the grant submission process insuring deadlines are met. + Maintain necessary records, files, reports, databases and resource materials pertinent to grant activities. + Work collaboratively with Development Officer and assist with other activities as directed. Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree required + At least two years experience in grant writing or fund development with a human service agency + Superior writing and editing skills + Strong organizational and functional communication skills + Ability to problem solve, work independently and function as part of a team + Detail oriented and ability to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines + Proficient in Microsoft Office applications + Knowledge of grant resources and experience in conducting grant research + Ability to work flexible hours + Valid MA driver’s license