Accepting applications until filled

Who We Are

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income people to become self-reliant through integrated services. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose person-centered approach to services ensures individuals and families receive the housing and ecosystem of support they need to achieve greater stability now and for the next generation. We are eager to welcome new team members dedicated to serving our residents and pursuing our mission to build the hope, assets, and self-reliance of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative, affordable housing and employment

Job Summary

The Grant Writer will write **** compelling grant proposals and reports to maintain current base of revenue and develop new sources of support from government agencies, foundation and corporate partners, and United Way for PPL programs. Develop professional, competitive requests/proposals for funding of PPL operations and programs according to specifications and timelines of funding sources. Manage grant portfolio and staff relationships to ensure timely submittal and reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop narrative proposals to government entities and corporations/foundations based on information from program staff, pertinent information from the PPL grants library, and data from research of community needs.
• Review detailed funder specifications and utilize these to assess opportunities, gather information and attachments, and write proposals that align with funder priorities.
• Determine required documentation for proposals and reports, and communicate with relevant staff to manage the process for timely assembly of attachments (letters of support, collaborative relationships, and financial information) to meet application/reporting requirements.
• Customize a narrative that competitively markets the organization’s expertise with an awareness of the goals and interests of the audience who will review proposals.
• Collaborate with staff to gather information for writing and submission of thorough and accurate reports to funders and provide assistance to program staff to support funding reports.
• Review budgets for proposal inclusion to ensure that narrative and budget sections are compatible with each other and align with funder requirements.
• Coordinate proposal process as required to meet deadlines, including communicating with staff about upcoming opportunities and requirements and establishing timelines for review by program staff and/or leadership and subsequent revision.
• Write and support the production of timely acknowledgment letters to funders for grants received
• Monitor the status of requests and communicate with funders as needed.
• Research and analyze trends both locally and nationally.
• Contribute to tracking of institutional fundraising and portfolio management using Raiser’s Edge database, Asana, Microsoft Office suite, and other tools.
• Actively participate as a member of the PPL Development & External Affairs team.

Race Equity Commitment:

Our equity statement reads PPL strives to be an equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve who are disproportionately affected by systemic inequities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a clear, concise writing style with grammar and sentence structure knowledge.
• Knowledge and ability to apply marketing concepts to written requests.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to interact professionally with funders, research sources, and program partners, and with colleagues on a collaborative team.
• Effective time management skills to prioritize, coordinate, and complete work assignments within deadlines.
• Able to be productive and multi-task in an environment that requires the development of multiple proposals simultaneously.
• Possess a thorough, organized, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Display flexibility to present different PPL programs to funders in the manner most suitable for each request.
• Familiar with computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and PDF manipulation to present requests in a professional and appealing manner, along with the use of the internet for research purposes.
• Possess a growth mindset, knows when to ask questions, and welcomes feedback.
• Self-motivated and show initiative to promote securing funds for PPL programs.

Education and/or Experience:

• College education or equivalent experience preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience preparing requests that resulted in funding is preferred.

** A detailed job description is available upon request or if selected for the next phase of the hiring process.**

Salary: $56,000.00-$62,000.00/Yr., DOQ

PPL's work structure has evolved into a Hybrid Model where available, striking a balance between on-site presence at the office or satellite locations and remote work from home based on the program's needs. Working with your supervisor to find the right balance for your team will evolve over time.

Benefits Based on Eligibility:

Employer-sponsored health & dental insurance; employer-paid short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave. Voluntary life insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA); PTO & Paid Holidays; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; summer half-day Fridays; an impactful presence in an organization that makes a difference in many lives.

How to Apply: Please include a cover letter and resume. Our hiring process includes phone screens and in-person interviews, references, and background checks for final candidates. PPL strives to be an equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve that are disproportionately affected by systemic inequities. Persons of color, women, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

PPL is an EEO/AA employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

PPL participates in the federal E-verify program to confirm all newly hired employees' identities and employment authorization.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.