Grant Writer
- Employer
- Accion Opportunity Fund
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Closing date
- Oct 28, 2022
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Grant Seeking, Programs, Grant Administration, Grant Making, Administrative, Other Administrative
- Fields
- Other Fields
- Employment Type
- Full Time
*Please note this is a remote position in the US*
THE ORGANIZATION:Small business owners uplift communities and anchor local economies, while creating opportunities for themselves, their families, their employees, and our neighborhoods. Yet entrepreneurs who are people of color, women, and immigrants often struggle to secure capital and resources, as they are systematically shut out from traditional financing.
Accion Opportunity Fund Community Development is an unparalleled financial support system that provides these small business owners with access to capital, networks, and coaching. We work to build inclusive and accessible options for these determined business owners. For over 25 years we have served a client base that is nearly 90% women, people of color, or immigrants.
In addition to providing resources and loans to small businesses, we also conduct original research, advocate for policy changes, and finance community construction projects in low-income neighborhoods through our New Markets Tax Credit program.
Together, we are building a diverse, vibrant community where opportunity, knowledge, and access to capital are within reach.
For more information about us, visit https://aofund.org/
ROLE SUMMARY:
- AOF is seeking a Grant Writer that is responsible for the execution of grant-related activities for Accion Opportunity Fund, including grant research, writing, prospecting, data collection, compliance, and analysis. Essential functions of this position include researching funding opportunities, writing successful proposals, project management, as well as ensuring compliance with grant agreements and reporting requirements. The position will collaborate with members of the development team on institutional fundraising and grant management strategies and processes.
- The ideal candidate will have experience researching and writing compelling narratives under tight deadlines for diverse audiences and communicating organizational impact through storytelling. We are seeking an individual that is growth-minded and strategic, with an ability to discover new funding opportunities. This includes conducting prospect research as well as pursing giving and sponsorship opportunities to help strengthen and diversity AOF’s corporate and institutional donor base.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Grant Writing and Grant Coordination
Prospecting and Team Support
MUST HAVES:
- A minimum of (4) years professional experience working in non-profit grant writing, preferably within economic development.
- Ability to work independently, as well as strong collaboration and relationship building skills
- Commitment to community development and the organization’s mission of empowering under-invested small business owners.
NICE TO HAVES:
- Solid understanding of non-profit administrative, financial management and operational processes.
PERKS AND BENEFITS:
Our mission is what motivates us to come to work each day. We know that happy employees are productive employees, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to improving diversity, equity, and inclusion at Accion Opportunity Fund. AOF does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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