POSITION SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prospect Research, Proposal Development, and Grant Writing - 90% of time

• Works in partnership with President and Leadership Team, Program Directors, and Senior Director of Development to align new organizational initiatives and ongoing programs with funding opportunities.
• Leads prospect research, reviews RFPs, and presents funding opportunities to program staff and Senior Director of Development. Meets regularly with program directors to stay informed on program development and outcomes.
• Drafts and submits grant proposals in collaboration with Senior Director of Development and program staff. 
• Manages all aspects of grant submission, including creating budgets and assembling all required attachments.
• Manages and updates grant and reporting deadlines and proposal submissions in Development database. 
• Generates accurate and timely reports on grant submissions and progress toward meeting fundraising goals. 

Additional duties – 10% of time

• Represents CLUES in site visits and community settings as required. 
• Carries out other duties as assigned by supervisor, including support with annual events such as Fiesta Latina and Gala Latina. 

General Duties

• Promote the mission, operating values, and agency services of CLUES within the community.  
• Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, agency policies and other applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience & Key Abilities*

• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education preferred. 
• At least two years or equivalent experience of grant prospecting and writing required. 
• Demonstrated success researching, developing, and writing major grants ($100,000 and up) required. 
• Demonstrated accuracy with details and commitment to high standards of writing and editing required.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required. Must demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all organizational levels.
• Ability to be efficient and effective in managing multiple deadlines and completing timely submission of proposals and reports. 
• Experience securing government grants and federal funding strongly preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable of Minnesota’s philanthropic community and other regional or national funders.
• Experience with fundraising and donor management software/databases required.
• Ability to work creatively, strategically, and effectively in a complex organization and fast-paced environment. 
• A genuine commitment to the mission, values, and vision of CLUES; ability to articulate the mission persuasively to diverse audiences. 
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness required. 

Language Skills 

• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing, required. Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus.  
• Ability to read, interpret, and summarize written materials, including reports, contracts, and RFPs.  
• Ability to effectively present ideas and information in an organized and effective manner to program staff and leadership team.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation of proposals and related correspondence.
• Ability to respond appropriately to questions from co-workers, funders, and community partners.  

Computer Skills 

• Demonstrated working knowledge of email software, the Internet, databases, and common Windows-based programs, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.  
• Must be willing to attend training to advance technical skills and maintain appropriate skill levels to perform job duties. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Background check

• Must pass a criminal background check. As a condition of continued employment, staff person may be required to submit to periodic re-verification of this background check.

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