Grant Writer job at Seneca Family of Agencies in CA
Title: Grant Writer
Location: .CA-VIRTUAL
Full-Time
Remote
Requisition Number: GRANT001955
Pay or shift range: $79,594 USD to $93,594 USD
Department: Business Services
Job Description:
The Grant Writer is a proactive, self-motivated project leader who is passionate about writing, program development and evaluation, and supporting innovative projects through fundraising. This position collaborates with the Seneca’s executive and program leadership, Development and Strategic Engagement (DaSE) team, and Strategic Initiatives team to secure funding that supports Seneca’s programs and operating costs. The Grant Writer works as part of the Strategic Initiatives team, which is responsible for securing public and private funding, advancing policies that reflect the agency’s commitment to Unconditional Care, and analyzing and disseminating data related to program outcomes. The Strategic Initiatives team is committed to advancing equity and anti-racism, and nurturing a welcoming, inclusive, and highly collaborative team culture.
About Seneca
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities:
Lead grants strategy, proactively identifying and cultivating funding opportunities that align with Seneca’s funding priorities.
Initiate, build and maintain relationships with foundation and funding partners, as well as internal teams and staff.
Produce grant requests and reports that accurately and compellingly describe programs to support youth and families for foundations and other private funders.
Collaborates with program staff to identify meaningful data and outcome measures that support effective program tracking, evaluation, and grant reporting.
Collaborate closely with development team and program leaders across agency, proactively partnering to leverage expertise from others and achieve grant strategy goals.
Project manage the development of proposal components, including proposal budgets, receive and integrate feedback from stakeholders, and participate in a collaborative process of final compilation for all projects.
Oversee the successful completion of projects, including effectively managing workflow.
Participate in, lead, and/or represent Seneca in collaborative meetings with agency staff at all levels, as well as external foundation partners, to plan for and execute projects and represent Seneca’s full continuum of services.
Engage in and contribute to required Strategic Initiatives team meetings, team building retreats, and team activities to identify and work toward departmental goals.
Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
Minimum 3 years' experience in a grant writing role, preferably in a mental health, education, or social services setting.
Experience and knowledge of children's service programs.
Experience with and commitment to integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)and an anti-oppressive lens to program design, writing, and the work environment.
At least 21 years of age.
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.
Skills of an ideal candidate:
Excellent writing, project management, time management, and communication skills required.
Schedule:
Full time; fully remote
Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm PST
Benefits:
Starting at $79,594 - $93,594 per year
Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
Salary increases each yea
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
50% paid premiums for dependents
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
403b Retirement Plan
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Pla
Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington
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Location: .CA-VIRTUAL
Full-Time
Remote
Requisition Number: GRANT001955
Pay or shift range: $79,594 USD to $93,594 USD
Department: Business Services
Job Description:
The Grant Writer is a proactive, self-motivated project leader who is passionate about writing, program development and evaluation, and supporting innovative projects through fundraising. This position collaborates with the Seneca’s executive and program leadership, Development and Strategic Engagement (DaSE) team, and Strategic Initiatives team to secure funding that supports Seneca’s programs and operating costs. The Grant Writer works as part of the Strategic Initiatives team, which is responsible for securing public and private funding, advancing policies that reflect the agency’s commitment to Unconditional Care, and analyzing and disseminating data related to program outcomes. The Strategic Initiatives team is committed to advancing equity and anti-racism, and nurturing a welcoming, inclusive, and highly collaborative team culture.
About Seneca
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities:
Lead grants strategy, proactively identifying and cultivating funding opportunities that align with Seneca’s funding priorities.
Initiate, build and maintain relationships with foundation and funding partners, as well as internal teams and staff.
Produce grant requests and reports that accurately and compellingly describe programs to support youth and families for foundations and other private funders.
Collaborates with program staff to identify meaningful data and outcome measures that support effective program tracking, evaluation, and grant reporting.
Collaborate closely with development team and program leaders across agency, proactively partnering to leverage expertise from others and achieve grant strategy goals.
Project manage the development of proposal components, including proposal budgets, receive and integrate feedback from stakeholders, and participate in a collaborative process of final compilation for all projects.
Oversee the successful completion of projects, including effectively managing workflow.
Participate in, lead, and/or represent Seneca in collaborative meetings with agency staff at all levels, as well as external foundation partners, to plan for and execute projects and represent Seneca’s full continuum of services.
Engage in and contribute to required Strategic Initiatives team meetings, team building retreats, and team activities to identify and work toward departmental goals.
Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
Minimum 3 years' experience in a grant writing role, preferably in a mental health, education, or social services setting.
Experience and knowledge of children's service programs.
Experience with and commitment to integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)and an anti-oppressive lens to program design, writing, and the work environment.
At least 21 years of age.
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.
Skills of an ideal candidate:
Excellent writing, project management, time management, and communication skills required.
Schedule:
Full time; fully remote
Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm PST
Benefits:
Starting at $79,594 - $93,594 per year
Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
Salary increases each yea
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
50% paid premiums for dependents
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
403b Retirement Plan
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Pla
Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington
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