Responsible for aligning grant opportunities to community priorities, creating successful grant applications, and managing collaborative local partnerships. The Grant Writer is educated and up to date in community needs and grant opportunities to funnel more grant dollars to Muscatine County to support identified shared priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization where your grant writing will directly contribute to meaningful community initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop collaborative relationships with funders and local partners.
• Maintain proficient knowledge of community priorities, data, and programs.
• Research and identify funding opportunities that align with community priorities. Match grants to community projects and priorities, with support from supervisor and Grant Collaborative.
• Lead the writing, editing, submittal, and management of grant proposals, ensuring clarity, accuracy, timely completion, and adherence to funder guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to gather necessary project information, data, and supporting materials for proposals.
• Develop persuasive narratives that highlight project impact, outcomes, and organizational strengths. Facilitate the Muscatine County Grant Writers’ Network, including planning periodic meetings.
• Maintain appropriate records to track grants and periodically provide updates to the City and County.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with internal and external partners.
• Other responsibilities may be discussed and assigned by supervisor and the Grant Collaborative and which serve the interests of the citizens of Muscatine County.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Marketing, Communication, Technical Communication, Public Policy, Social Work, or a related field; with 2-3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong, proven ability to write clear, concise, and persuasive narratives.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent collaborative skills, including responsiveness to feedback and proactive problem-solving.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, and as part of a team, to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information. This position continually requires demonstrated business etiquette.
• An affinity for philanthropy, the role of non-profits in strengthening communities, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Have a valid driver’s license.

Position Type/Expected Hours of work:
This is a full-time position; working Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m with overtime as needed.

Additional Information:
Attendance, punctuality, professional appearance, and conduct required. Must have proven attributes of confidentiality, honesty, and integrity. Must have own transportation. Successful candidates may undergo skills verification at Temp Associates.

Interested in applying? Use the button below or contact Allie at 563-263-6589 or aschlutz@tempassociates.com

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