Grant Writer/Resource Development Specialist (part-time/temporary)
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Job no: 517876
Position type: Staff Part Time
Benefit Status: Non-Benefited – Non-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Equity & Inclusion
Salary: $30.00 - $50.00/hour (based on experience)
Applications Open: Feb 14 2023
Applications Close:
General Summary of Position:
The Office of Equity & Inclusion (E&I) works across divisions and communities to align university efforts in the systemic infusion of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging (DEIB). The Grant Writer/Resource Development Specialist is responsible for researching and identifying grant/funding opportunities, authoring/writing, submittals, management of proposals, timely reporting, and general support of the resource development process focused on DEIB. Position works collaboratively with campus partners for content development and application submissions. This is a temporary, part-time, non-benefited, non-unit position of 18 hours per week for up to one year with the potential for renewal dependent on funding. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Creative Writing, or related area (master’s preferred)
Experience:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in grant writing/fundraising and submitting successful grant proposals
Excellent knowledge of proposal submission, fundraising process, and proficiency with competitive corporate and foundation, federal and state granting processes
Skills:
Effective communication skills; clear, precise, and compelling writing skills
Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources
Strong multitasking, organizational and time management skills, detailed oriented, deadline-driven, with excellent follow-up & follow-through skills
Demonstrated ability to build/maintain relationships with a diverse array of people including faculty, staff, external community partners
Demonstrated self-starter, motivated, ability to work independently with purpose and accuracy
Proficiency in MS Office suite applications, web-based platforms
Additional Considerations:
Non-profit experience or related experience in communications, journalism would be considered
Knowledge of the historic barriers and contemporary challenges faced by underrepresented and marginalized populations
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to write in different styles or formats (technical, business, creative, etc.)
Experience with local & regional foundations and corporations
Experience with federal and state funding opportunities
Ability to self-check and editing skills
High degree of initiative to find opportunities
Ability to meet deadlines, and work independently
Attention to detail, strong editing and organization skills
Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply proposal guidelines and/or government regulations
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
This is a temporary, part-time, non-benefited, non-unit position of 18 hours per week for up to one year with the potential for renewal dependent on funding. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be requested at the time of application. Submission of a writing sample is optional.
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