Grant Writer - Workforce Development
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Grant Writer
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 Annual Salary
Purpose: America Works of New York, Inc., a socially conscious company, is seeking a grant writer to join its Development Team in researching, writing and preparing grant proposals for workforce development programs across the country helping low-income and underserved job seekers achieve employment and self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate is creative and flexible, has exceptional writing and research skills, the ability to work collaboratively with a team, and familiarity with workforce development and/or social service programs. Women, minorities, and bilingual or multilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Review and understand government Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for workforce development programs including but not limited to: WIOA, TANF, and One-Stop Operators
- Work collaboratively with a team of fellow Grant Writers to write and edit full proposals based on RFP requirements
- Prepare budgets for proposed grant programs
- Communicate with existing program staff to continually improve and update the information contained in proposals
- Conduct research on best practices, workforce development trends, and local demographics and community needs
- Research new grant opportunities from government and non-government sources
- Ensures quality accuracy, and completeness of all submitted grant proposals
- Design and create graphics as needed for proposals and social media
- Report to the Development Director
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of 4-year degree, relevant studies preferred
- Graphic design and marketing skills strongly preferred
- Experience with Canva or Photoshop preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Ability to work highly collaboratively with a team of grant writers
- Ability to work creatively and adjust to shifting priorities and deadlines
- Must be detail-oriented and highly organized
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Familiarity with Monday.com, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint preferred
- Understanding of workforce development, employment services, and adult education a definite plus
- Passion for working with special and at-risk populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with mental and/or physical disabilities, military veterans, and individuals experiencing homelessness
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Package
- 401K with Employer Matching After 1 Year
- Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency