Grant Writer at Muslim American Society

Give San Diego is a non-profit organization dedicated to serve and empower all underserved groups with a focus on the minority Muslim American population in San Diego County to help achieve ultimate goals of independence, productivity, and stability. 

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Grant Writer is developing, editing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations within deadlines. Assist in other editorial writings in collaboration with the Executive team, development and marketing departments.

The Grant Writer is responsible for writing reports and grants to generate funds from institutions and organizations (public and private). This position is responsible for managing, researching, identifying and securing government, corporate and foundation funding to support Give San Diego's mission to serve and empower all underserved groups in San Diego.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•         Write high quality grant proposals
•         Follow up on grant submissions
•         Generate reports for funded grants
•         Responsible for researching and collecting data prior to writing each grant
•         Communicate as necessary with funding organizations
•         Preform other assigned tasks
•         Manage contract compliance and file maintenance including an ongoing update of all grants and compliance needs, schedules for re-applications and reporting.
•         Monitor grant proposals; prepare follow-up reports, as required by grantors.
•         Attend and participate in appropriate internal and external meetings with staff and funders.
•        Understands the importance of best practices as it pertains to grant management.
• Supports the Director of Give San Diego in building strong collaborations with our program directors and staff.
• Supports the Director of Give San Diego in building and maintaining relationships with funders, including but not limited to, government, non-profits, corporations, community and individuals.

Experience/Qualifications:

•         Minimum of 2 years of experience in research and grant writing; nonprofit experience preferable
•         Minimum Bachelor’s degree in related field
•         Demonstration of grant writing abilities
•         Strong writing and editing skills
•         Ability to analyze financial statements
•         Ability to work independently and in a timely manner
•         Interpersonal communication and organizational skills
•         Cultural tolerance and ability to work with individuals from various diverse backgrounds.
•         High proficiency in Microsoft Office; Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
•         Must have a reliable form of transportation

Disclaimer

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the person filling this role might differ from those outlined in the job description and that various duties may be added or removed to this job function throughout the course of employment.