Grant Development Specialist

Would you like to see more good in the world?

So would we.

That’s why we founded FundSource26 Inc., an award-winning funding vehicle for purpose-driven organizations. We provide strategic planning, coaching and turnkey solutions that get non-profits FUNDED so that they can spend less time chasing money and more time doing good.

The role :

As Grant Development Specialist you will be responsible for all aspects of raising funds from foundations, corporations, and government sources.

You are energetic , committed to excellence , share our values and are passionate about creating a better world. You thrive working in a performance-based work environment where you work full-time flexible hours that suit your lifestyle.

Your typical day would include :

• Research : Conducting proper research of government, corporate and foundation granting programs. This may include written correspondence, phone calls and virtual meetings.
• Database & Project Management : Maintaining a database and deadline calendar of quality prospective funders; prioritizing and evaluating for current and potential clients.
• Grant Writing : Developing award-winning grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations, persuasively communicating the organization’s mission and programs to potential funders.
• Budgeting : Producing realistic, detailed, well researched budgets.
• Copywriting : Developing copy for letters, fundraising marketing materials and funder presentations.
• Client Communication and Engagement : Cultivating strong relationships with clients and providing proactive support and recommendations to optimize their chances of successful grant acquisition.

Occasional Travel Requirements :

Although we primarily operate virtually, in-person interactions with clients and team members provide significant value.

As a Grant Research Specialist, you can expect to travel 2-5 times per year for company conferences and to meet with geographically distant clients.

For local clients, you will have more frequent opportunities for face-to-face meetings.

What success would look like

In 6 months You fully understand our clients’ needs and profiles and have a steady flow of funding prospects lined up for each.

You are proactively following the latest announcements and remain current in the various emerging opportunities available.

You are able to think strategically and develop award-winning proposals that WOW funders.

By 12 months You have won several grants for our clients, understand what it takes to be successful and demonstrate your skills as a mentor and trainer to new hires.

You are fully living and spreading our company culture, and are bringing creative ideas for new funding models.

You possess :

• Strong development and stakeholder relationship skills
• The ability to craft creative funding proposals in a clear and compelling manner
• Excellent persuasive writing, analytical, and research skills
• Experience in creating performance measurement and / or evaluation frameworks
• A solid understanding of budgets as they relate to proposals and grants
• Self-motivation, are detail-oriented, and highly-organized
• An ability to work well under pressure, exercise good judgment, and meet multiple competing deadlines

In the past you’ve :

• Earned a degree in communications, journalism, English literature, public health or related field
• Successfully secured 5 and 6 figure grants
• Worked in the non-profit sector for at least 5 years and have fundraising experience
• Excelled in your oral and written communication skills
• Been able to adapt quickly to new technologies while working in remote settings

This position might be right for you if :

• You seek to work in a fun and rewarding environment
• You’d love flexible hours, health benefits and performance based bonuses
• You're available for occasional travel and in-person meetings
• You want to see more good in the world
• You are looking to learn and grow with us

Sound like you? Please send us your CV with a cover letter explaining why you would be the perfect new addition to our team.