Grant Writer & Coordinator

Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity•Wilmington, NC

About The Position

Looking for an opportunity to be part of an environment that is committed to making your community better and working alongside people who care? Apply now and join the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity team and its mission of building homes, communities, and hope in the Cape Fear region! Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Development (DoD), the Grant Writer & Coordinator (GC) is responsible for grant research, writing, and management of reporting and deliverables. The GC will also cultivate and foster relationships with funders and funding organizations locally, regionally and nationally to further understand and support Cape Fear Habitat’s mission and programs. This role also coordinates with appropriate Staff around grant requirements and needs to ensure meeting Grantor and CFHFH Expectations.

Requirements

Commitment to the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity’s mission and the desire to support it
Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience; minimum three years of progressively responsible experience
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Incredible organizational skills
Passion for the Habitat mission and ability to work collaboratively to help achieve it
Ability to craft meaningful narratives that powerfully demonstrate the need for affordable housing and the impact Cape Fear Habitat is making in the community
As a team player, collaborate among the development team, throughout the organization and with external groups
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines and adapt to changing schedules and needs of funders and staff
Experience with Microsoft Office is required.
Ability to perform physical duties: stand, walk, sit, lift up to 20 pounds
Satisfactory results on sex offender/criminal background screen and pre-employment drug screen

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of customer relationship management software.
Knowledge of NewOrg and Blackbaud products is a plus.

Responsibilities

Draft and complete grant applications according to application requirements
Work closely with staff to understand the needs of various departments and their capacity to fulfill grant requirements
Ensure grants are submitted on time and within application parameters
Complete all documents, forms and reports required by each grant
Enter grant information, deliverables and deadlines into Raiser’s Edge and the NewOrg database
Interview homeowners and write compelling stories, as needed
Ability to communicate homeowner narratives in a respectful manner
Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of grant funded programs and projects; meet regularly with staff to review grant deliverables and ensure deadlines are being met
Network and meet with new and existing grant funders to foster relationships and deepen understanding of priorities and needs
Research and develop resources for information on grant opportunities
Provide support for other fundraising programs, events and projects, as requested
Ability to work occasional nights and weekends
Create projected timelines and calendars for Grant proposals, income expectations and completing reporting requirements due to Grantors
Meet all deadlines agreed upon with the DoD