Government Grant Writer

Company: Easter Seals Greater Houston
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Easter Seals of Greater Houston, a leading provider of service to Veterans and people of all ages, with any type of disability is currently seeking an experienced Government Grant Writer. This position reports directly into the CEO.Position Type: Full-time (40 hrs)Location: Houston, Texas, or anywhere remote within Texas
Key responsibilities:

• Work with Program Managers to evaluate government grant opportunities to develop
• Write and submit timely government grant applications for new and continuing programs within application deadlines
• Research and find grant opportunities that match agency needs and capacity
• Self-direct, handle multiple deadlines and meet all deadlines
• Work with the CEO to develop grant budgets
• Manage the entire grant application process including gathering data and supporting documents
• Manage accounts and passwords for all online grant application platforms
• Manage a database with grant opportunities, deadlines and specifics related to application procedures, etc.
• Monitor relevant legislative issues for guidance on funding and programming
• Present out to internal and external stakeholders Required qualifications:
  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3 years' experience in successful grant writing for federal, state, and/or local government opportunities.
  • Strong computer skills including competence using Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Experience in non-profit or healthcare organization
  • Adept at online research and information gathering
  • Experience working with government grant-related online portals such as grants.gov
  • Familiar with the online grant application processes
  • Exceptional communication skills, especially clear, precise, and compelling writing skills

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