What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Coordinator/Grant Writer position at Youth Homes?
General Objective - The Grant Writer / Development Coordinator researches, manages, and writes grants that support the programs of Youth Homes and supports the Development Director in developing and implementing efforts to raise revenue through donations, events, and planned gifts that enhance and serve the programs, services and the mission of the Youth Homes.Nature and Scope of the PositionThis position reports directly to the Development Director of Youth Homes.This position compiles, writes and edits grant applications.This position works to organize and implement development efforts for Youth Homes.This position works to clearly articulate the needs of the children in our care and the organization in writing, social media, website and all development materials.The position insures quality information about donors through our donor database.The position assists in timely thanking persons, businesses and others who support Youth Homes.Example of Tasks : Grant managementCompiles, writes, and edits all grant applications in accordance with each grant making organization's preferencesCompletes all required reporting and tracking to meet funding requirementsGathers information from appropriate program staff for each project to build a viable case for funding.Acquires and maintains working knowledge of Youth Homes in order to better comprehend all projects and programs for which funding is being sought.Works with staff for evaluation and measurement functions associated with grant writing projects. Manage corporate donor databaseMaintain records of gifts, grants and donors.Make lists and reports.Coordinate efforts related to data and reporting.Generate thank you letters through donor database.Implement plans for general promotion of Youth HomesAssist in designs of development efforts under direction of the Development Director.Coordinate and implement plans for development-related events such as the Annual Fundraiser.Implement plans for Youth Homes Run 4 Kids Team.Implement plans for Christmas gifts for youth and end of year giving.Implement plans for Back to School events.Follow up on requests for Youth Homes' involvement in various community and special events.Assist with effective communicationsAssist with general correspondence for marketing and public relations.Coordinate timely written thank you and receipt to donors, grantors, donors and benefactors within 14 calendar days with personal thanks for major donations.Send billing or reminders for pledges.Coordinate non-profit status mailings, appeals, newsletters, etc.Maintain mailing lists including but not limited to : General corporate mailing listDonor listOther duties and tasks as assigned through supervisor. In -Kind DonationsIdentify needs and communicate those needs to community.Maintain list of needs on website and update as needed.Organize, collect and distribute in-kind donations.Track and send thank you for all in-kind donations. Coordinate volunteers as neededRecruit volunteers as needed for specific tasks.Coordinate work with service clubs.Responsibilities : To work as part of a local and corporate team.To operate within the philosophical and administrative guidelines of the Youth Homes Corporation.To understand and follow all applicable Corporate Policy, Requirements, State and Federal Laws and generally accepted professional, ethical development practice.To always consider the best interests of the children in the care of Youth Homes.To give others respect and consideration in dealings with them.To use the best possible judgment and the most available information and input in making decisions.To seek guidance necessary for prudent action.Requirements : Solid moral character.A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications or a related field is preferred.Prefer 2 years experience in grant writingExperience in fundraising and / or organizing.Experience with non-profits and youth services is preferred.Work related to communications and databases with computers.Comfortable and competent in working with technologyExcellent written communication and research skillsAbility to understand the needs of both the agency in need of funding and the organization that is offering the grant moneyGreat organizational skillsBeing able to understand and execute complex instructionsOutstanding computer skillsAbility to lift 50 pounds when appropriate and climb stairs as needed.Knowledge ofProficient computer skills in word processing, formatting, spreadsheets, databases and reporting.Prefer experience in donor management softwareGrant writing.Communications, both written and oral.Organizing projects and information.Human services and youth services in particular.Non-profit development best practices.Services provided by Youth HomesWage and BenefitsSalary is DOEPosition is fulltime.Employer funded leave.Annual and Bonus leave.Exceptional leave.Educational leave.Employer contributions to : Individual and dependent covered health insurance.Long-term disability insurance for the employee.401(k) eligible after 12 monthsAvailable benefits to eligible employees.Health Savings Account.Available access for employee funded : Dental insurance coverage.Vision insurance coverage
