We are a growing non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities to grow within the organization, and the ability to improve the communities we serve.
CHN Housing Partners: CHN is a highly seasoned, nonprofit affordable housing developer and housing service provider that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for low-income people and under-served communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7,000 affordable homes, and each year serve over 50,000 families through a wide array of housing services.
We work in Ohio and neighboring states to preserve and expand affordable housing, build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in families, communities, and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address.
Position: CHN is looking for an experienced Grant Writer with exemplary research and written communication skills to identify new funders and write funder profiles. If contacted for an interview, a writing submission will be required. The pay range is $50,000 – $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
- CHN provides the following benefits to its employees: Medical, Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave; Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave; Paid Holidays; Life Insurance; 401K Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Requirements:
The right candidate for this position will have the ability to develop a deep understanding of CHN’s dynamic programs, initiatives, and goals, and will be responsible for process compliance, coordinating funder meetings, assisting with reporting, and managing funder deliverables for compliance.
In addition, this role will process donations, track proposals in Salesforce, assist with fundraising campaigns and annual events, and assist in creating and implementing social media strategy for funder acknowledgements.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, or related field.
Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in grant proposal writing and /or other professional writing experience.
- Experience/familiarity with databases.
Skills:
- Excellent persuasive writing skills with ability to develop clear, structured, and impactful proposals and related marketing pieces. Ability to synthesize complex information into succinct and clear statements.
- Project management skills to take the lead in the entire lifecycle of proposals, from initial conception through full completion.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, and work as a team player.
- Detail-oriented, strong time management skills, the ability to be self-motivated while working in a dynamic team environment.
- Ability to research and analyze needs and trends, utilize data and research to convey the needs, and link to specific grantor/funder interests and priorities in a compelling way.
Preferred:
- Salesforce experience.
- Familiarity with fundraising and resource development practices.
- Experience in housing industry or community/economic development.
Critical Competencies:
- Persuasive writing skills
- Project & time management
- Initiative-driven
- Data-driven
- Collaborative
- Relationship-building skills
Other:
- Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, prior to start date.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform the essential job functions safely and successfully in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Why Should You Apply?
- You want to be part of an organization where the work you do will have a positive and lasting difference in the community.
- Great benefits.
- Opportunities for on-the-job training and/or professional development.
CHN HOUSING PARTNERS REQUIRES ALL EMPLOYEES TO BE FULLY VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19, PRIOR TO START DATE.
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