Grant Writer

Position Description: Grant Writer

Location: YPIE National Office - Yonkers, NY

YPIE partners with students to ensure they are ready for, enroll in, and complete college.

At Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE), we believe:

• All young people, regardless of zip code, are entitled to a quality education, and a chance to discover their passions and share their talents with the world.
• Post-secondary education is essential to upward economic mobility.
• Readiness for, access to, and persistence in college are integral to degree attainment.

With support from the YPIE team, students become lifelong learners equipped to thrive in the future economy and empowered to contribute to their communities and humanity. If you have the experience and determination to change the course of a student’s life, review this position description for info and next steps.

Application Requirements: Please submit Cover Letter and Resume by email to careers@ypie.org

JOB MISSION

The Grant Writer plays a critical role in securing the organization’s financial sustainability and programmatic success through strategic grants management and funder engagement. This position is responsible for developing and submitting high-quality grant proposals, cultivating and stewarding relationships with current and prospective grant funders, and identifying new funding opportunities. This role also oversees the grant calendar and ensures compliance with all grant requirements. The Grant Writer collaborates with teams across the organization to gather data, financial information, and success stories to craft compelling narratives that highlight the organization’s impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES & RESULTS

FUNDRAISING

• Prepare high-quality, tailored grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documents to secure funding for organizational priorities and specific programs.
• Work collaboratively with the program, finance, and communications teams to gather relevant data, success stories, and financial information to ensure alignment between grant proposals, budgets, and organizational priorities.
• Develop compelling narratives and cases for support that highlight the organization’s impact and align with funder priorities, adapting language and style as needed for each grant application.
• Submit grant proposals and supporting materials on time, ensuring all requirements are met according to funder guidelines.

EXISTING DONOR STEWARDSHIP

• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with current and prospective grant funders, serving as a key point of contact to build trust and engagement.
• Develop and implement a stewardship plan for grant funders that includes regular updates, impact reports, and opportunities for deeper involvement.
• Maintain detailed records of all funder interactions, ensuring that relationship histories and contact information are accurate and accessible.

NEW DONOR CULTIVATION

• Conduct thorough research to identify and evaluate grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources that align with the organization’s mission and programmatic goals.
• Prepare and maintain a grant calendar, tracking application deadlines, reporting timelines, and renewal opportunities

VALUES

YPIE team members:

• are always learning, embracing feedback and pursuing growth alongside our students.
• do whatever it takes, consistently going the extra mile to get the job done with the highest degree of quality.
• sweat the details, approaching tasks with meticulous attention to every element and pride in high-quality work.
• collaborate, regularly coordinating with key internal and external partners to advance strategic goals.
• track and use data, maintaining strong records and regularly consulting data to inspire effective decision-making.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

To be eligible for consideration, applicants should have:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and communications skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Fierce attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to interact effectively and build collaborative relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Able to communicate effectively with diverse colleagues, partners, and funders
• A belief in the mission and values of YPIE, including the belief that all students can succeed, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and communities
• Flexibility to work some evening and weekend hours depending on grant deadlines

The most competitive applicants will possess:

• Prior experience in development, grant writing, and/or communications
• Prior experience working with DonorPerfect
• “Mission-first, ego-last” mindset regarding student success. We have an intentionally lean team with no purely administrative support, so we all pitch in on everything to get things done for students.
• Extraordinary dependability in meeting high work-quality standards. YPIE’s team is detail-oriented and obsessed with follow-through. The strongest candidates will be seen by colleagues as extremely well-prepared and conscientious.
• Positive vibes! Our work can be hard but if we’re doing it right, it can be thoroughly satisfying. We see our efforts as a marathon, and we believe humor and work-life balance are essential ingredients in our long-term sustainability.

You are likely to be successful in this role if you are:

• Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proficiency with Google platform, internet searches/research, social media
• A great writer with clear thinking
• Capable of quickly learning new software - DonorPerfect, Constant Contact, Asana, Canva, etc.
• Strategic thinker who can see the big picture as well as the small details
• You thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, where you will manage your own time to support each student.
• You are hungry for collaboration.

JOB DETAILS

Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Calendar: 12 Month, Administrative Calendar

Location(s): In-person, YPIE National Office, with some virtual work flexibility

Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000 depending on experience

Reporting to: Senior Director, Partnerships

YPIE offers a competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience. Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter benefit
• Life insurance
• Partial cell phone reimbursement
• On-site gym
• Personalized staff learning opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000