Grant Writer-NSF (GW)

JOB DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION: Grant Writer

DEPARTMENT: AMVETS National Service Foundation (NSF) Administrative

LOCATION: AMVETS National Headquarters, Washington, PA

SALARY: $60,000 per Annum

EMPLOYEE STATUS: Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Exempt

AMVETS History

Our commitment to service traces its roots back to 1944 when veteran volunteers first began helping veterans of World War II obtain the benefits promised to them by the federal government. As the number of returning veterans swelled into the millions, it was evident that some nationally organized assistance would be needed. The older established national groups wouldn't do; the leaders of this new generation of veterans wanted their organization.

With that in mind, eighteen of them, representing nine veterans' clubs, met in Kansas City, Missouri, on Dec. 10, 1944, and founded The American Veterans of World War II. Less than three years later, on July 23, 1947, President Harry S. Truman signed Public Law 216, making AMVETS the first World War II organization to be chartered by Congress.

Since then, the original charter has been amended several times to admit members who served in different eras. Today, membership in AMVETS is open to anyone currently serving or who has honorably served in the US Armed Forces from World War II to the present, including the National Guard and Reserves.

As the organization moves into the 21st century, it does so with the conviction that its focus on preserving freedom, supporting America's defenders, and serving her communities remains a clear blueprint for continued service to God and country.

AMVETS National Service Foundation (AMVETS NSF)

We are a 501(c)(3) Veteran Service Organization. Our main goal is to serve American Veterans who served our country. AMVETS National Service Foundation provides support to Veterans through service programs and community and youth-oriented programs designed to promote unity and patriotism. It counsels and represents Veterans and their dependents before the Veterans Administration without charge.

Job Function:

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, preparing, submitting, and managing grant proposals/reports that support AMVETS goals and meet the foundation funding guidelines and criteria. This incumbent assists in managing funder relationships, engages in compliance reporting, and supports special project initiatives. This position requires strong writing, data analysis, program budgeting, and project management skills, emphasizing clear writing and outcome measurement.

Organizational Relationships:

The Grant Writer reports to the Senior Grant Writer, who reports directly to the AMVETS National Executive Director, to coordinate all Grant, Development, and Fundraising activities for the different entities. The Grant Writer team will also work closely with the COO and CFO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Grant proposal development and submissionpreparing and organizing materials for proposals and submitting and monitoring grant applicationsincluding:
  • Drafting proposals/LOIs, grant application narratives, and budgets and collaborating with the Executive Director, COO, and CFO to finalize them.
  • Submitting grant applications with the Executive Director, meeting with funders and the Executive Team to explore funding opportunities, and fulfilling site visit requirements.
  • Maintaining a master calendar of grants, prospects, and all associated files and correspondence.
  • Maintaining a library of grant support documents, including resumes, bios, IRS forms, Board/staff diversity lists, etc.
  • Executing thank you letters and facilitating grant contracts/agreements.
  • Ensuring acknowledgment of funders/investors via website, e-newsletter, and social media.
• Working with the Senior Grant Writer to maintain grant compliance and reporting, including outcome measurement and grant budgets, including:
  • Monitoring and maintaining funder reporting schedules and requirements.
  • Assisting the Executive Team in drafting compelling progress reports and targeted program updates (e.g., blog posts, press releases, and social media posts) to funders that fully capture programmatic success.
  • Assembling all necessary supporting materials and documents, including budget reports, outcome measurements, success stories, etc.
  • Submitting reports to funders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Work experience with nonprofits, grant writing, or fundraising
• Two or more years of experience in writing grant proposals for federal, state, local and private foundation funding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Experience with donor development/CRM software systems
• Familiarity and experience working with federal, state, local and private funders, including use of SAM.Gov
• Relevant experience includes professional advocacy on behalf of others and personal experience with veterans or veteran organizations.
• AGW) Certification or TWHQ Certification preferred
• US Military experience is preferred but not required

Difficulty:

Deals daily with highly complex and dynamic priorities, programs, goals, and objectives. Provides strategic input into organizational long- and short-range planning.

Environmental Demands:

Work is generally conducted in an office environment with minimum exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

While in the office, sitting for extended periods at the computer most of the day, occasional standing, walking, and lifting are needed to carry out everyday activities.

Must be available to drive, travel locally, and attend evening and occasional weekend events as necessary. Up to 25% of the time, overnight travel may be required.

AMVETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

AMVETS' policy is to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Updated December 2024