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JOURNEYS | The Road Home is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive services and shelter to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Our mission is to empower those we serve to achieve self-sufficiency through a continuum of care that includes housing, supportive services, and community engagement. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Grant Associate to join our team. The Grant Associate will be responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding for JOURNEYS | The Road Home's programs and initiatives. The Grant Writer will also foster relationships with new and existing funders, including individuals, faith-based entities, corporations, and foundations. This position is a full-time position in person at our facility in Palatine, Il.
Key Responsibilities:
GRANT WRITING | 90%
Prepare grant proposals with the support of the development team
Research and identify potential grant opportunities from government, foundation, and corporate sources
Develop and write compelling grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, and supporting documents
Keep organized and detailed donor files for all grants written
Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and ensure timely and consistent submission of proposals
Track and report on the status of submitted grants, including follow-up communication with funders
Supply timely grant reports to the Grant & Database Manager and donors as requested
Provide data analysis of agency grant activities, for external and internal use
Collaborate with program staff to gather information and data needed for grant applications
Stay informed about trends and best practices in grant writing and nonprofit funding
Other duties as assigned
MARKETING | 5%
Represent JOURNEYS at events, donor visits, and funding presentations
Interface with other professionals through membership in selected professional organizations as well as at workshops and networking meetings
Other duties as assigned
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS | 5%
Maintain accounts for corporate giving and affiliate giving programs and coordinate documentation in donor database
Implement fund raising goals as directed by the CFO
Other duties as assigned
The Grant Associate will…
Have a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Education, English, Communications, Journalism or related field
Have two years’ experience in grant writing and/or communications
Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and writing software
Ideal Grant Associate Traits:
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong research and analytical abilities
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Familiarity with nonprofit organizations and fundraising strategies
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Adapt to changing work priorities
Technological competency
Maintain confidentiality
Take initiative in problem solving
Familiar with the communities within JOURNEYS service area
Invest in the agency’s core values of Respect, Teamwork, Mission-Driven, and Commitment
Benefits:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
401k
Cover Letter and Resume RquiredNo Calls Please.
JOURNEYS is a safe, inclusive workplace and encourages all who may be interested in the position to apply. We strongly encourage those with the following identities to apply: Black and indigenous people, Latinx people, other people of color, LGBTQIA+, women and non-binary people, people with disabilities, and others with lived experience of homelessness and/or as being part of marginalized communities. While we have a list of preferred qualifications, if you have other experience that you think is related, please apply and tell us about it.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. In addition, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
This work is primarily sedentary and requires travel throughout the service area as well as within th
