Grant Writer

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Grant Writer

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform the full range of activities required to prepare and submit grant applications/proposals and grant reporting to private and public funders
• Research pertinent databases and other online sources to evaluate and discern potential new sources of grant funding
• Work with program managers and accounting to gather the information necessary to report on grants from private and public funders
• Coordinate the internal review of grant agreements/contracts to ensure that Catholic Charities can meet/comply with agreement/contract expectations, insurance requirements and terminology
• Meet periodically with program managers either in person, through e-mail or by phone to keep up to date on program changes and discuss each program’s funding needs
• Meet periodically with representatives from private funders to present Catholic Charities’ programs that meet their funding priorities
• Attend in-person or online informational meetings (webinars) put on by grant funders pertaining to specific grant opportunities
• Maintain the grants database and adhere to the grants schedule to ensure that all application/proposal deadlines are met

Qualifications

• Strong writing and editing skills and the ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive proposals
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to interact daily with many different audiences
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Ability to meet deadlines; experience working in a deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity and knowledge of grant sources
• Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors
• Previous experience with non-profit fundraising
• Able to work well in a team environment and handle multiple assignments

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and minimum of three years of experience in grant writing, fundraising and research; non-profit experience preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$57,784.00

Schedule: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. This position is hybrid, requiring in-office work on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including: 

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave. 
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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