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POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Highlands School seeks a highly motivated and takes initiative to raise money for the school mission. The individual is confident when making suggesting and pursuing all possible avenues for securing grants for the school.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial need of the school.
Responsible for finding funding opportunities for the school.
Research deadlines, drafting grant requests and submitting reports for approval.
Communicate with administrative leadership to confirm interest in collaborating with the organization
offering the grant.
Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the school.
Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIRMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing, or a related area.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in grant writing.
Demonstrated experience in building a portfolio of major donors and networkers through existing donors and contact in the community.
Ability to work collaboratively with others in the school community.
Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process.
Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.
Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources.
Multitasking, organizational and time management skills.
Ability to handle confidential matter with utmost integrity
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
The Grant Writer reports to the Development Director.