What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Writer position at Kinexion?
Kinexion is a Management Services Organization bringing together seven of the region’s strongest, most respected human services agencies under one umbrella to lead the way in which we provide lifetime supports for people with disabilities as a collective 250-million-dollar organization employing over 4,000 team members and providing services to over 5,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Long Island.
Why join Kinexion?
The non-profit social service agencies that compose the Kinexion Network embrace strong, community-based missions that promote a “whole-person” approach to our supported individuals and we embrace philosophy for our team members as well.
We support our team members and their families with a strong work/life balance; an extraordinarily affordable and comprehensive benefit package; a very generous paid-time-off program; an innovative, free wellness program with participation incentives; a convenient, accessible work location with an on-site gym; and eligibility for the federal student loan forgiveness program as well as many other available discounts, perks and benefits.
If you are passionate about what you do, excited about working in an organization that does meaningful, important work and looking for more than just “a job,” we invite you to learn more about what it means to be a Kinexion team member.
Monday - Friday 8a-4p
Job Summary
The Grant Writer will be responsible for identifying private and governmental grant opportunities and developing written grant proposals.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct prospect research for potential corporate, private foundations and government funders
- Work with program leadership and staff to determine organizational needs and determine which funders could best address those needs; connect with potential funders; seek opportunity to apply for funding
- Develop and write grant proposals, narratives and LOI’s for foundations, corporations and government funding agencies, persuasively communicating the company’s mission and programs in order to secure funding
- Develop and manage an annual calendar of support from new and existing funders and prospects
- Ensure that systems and procedures are in place for donor cultivation and recognition, site visits, recording and acknowledgement of gifts, research and prospect management, and compliance with all grant requirements
- Work with program teams to ensure that budgets are accurately reflected in proposals and grant reports and tracked throughout grant period
- In collaboration with Chief Fundraising Officer, engage existing and potential supporters through program initiatives, cultivation events and related activities
- Prepare all required interim and final reports for grants received
- Maintain records for renewals, prospects, and related special projects for diverse portfolio of philanthropic partners
- Communicate by email, phone and letter with potential funders, including but not limited to responding to requests for information, submitting official letters of inquiry, and thanking funders for grant awards
Position Requirements and Qualifications
- Experience in grant and/or proposal writing including foundation research and strong writing and editorial skills
- Successful track record of securing grants from private foundations and government sources
- Understanding of fundraising landscape and ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities
- Effective time management and organizational skills, including the ability to address multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong strategic and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to work efficiently, both independently and collaboratively
- Positive and professional demeanor
- Commitment to the mission and vision of the organization
- Solid Computer skills, primarily Excel, Work and PowerPoint, and familiarity with fundraising databases
- Valid NYS Drivers License
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Fundraising: 1 year (Preferred)
- Grant proposal writing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Port Jefferson, NY (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
