• Grant Writing and Development Assistant - Broome

    Children's Home of Wyoming Conference (Binghamton, NY)


    Binghamton, NY, USA | Salary | 50,000-55,000 per year | Full Time

     

    WHO WE ARE: The Children's Home partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills, and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.

     

    $50,000-55,000

     

    Work Location: ON-SITE in Binghamton, NY

     

    Position Summary: The Grant Writing & Development Assistant will work as part of a small team in a highly collaborative Community & Donor Relations Office dedicated to securing funding for Children's Home and Southern Tier Community Center programs and operations. They will work with Senior Management and Leadership in the areas of philanthropic funding support including but not limited to foundation support, grant writing and development communications.

     

    The Children's Home / Southern Tier Community Center has received in excess of $15 million in funding support toward their Mission over the last 3 years, allowing the agency to grow programs to continue to support children and families to build positive futures in Broome County and beyond. This role is critical to that continued expansion.

    Responsibilities:

    + Provide timely delivery of required grant materials and collection of data

    + Assist with the administration of grants and funding contracts

    + Draft, proofread and edit written materials (LOIs, proposals, budgets, reports, briefing materials, letters, correspondence).

    + Track and manage proposal/reporting deadlines and funding cycle calendars for existing and potential Foundations and Grantors

    + Help organize required site visits and assist in staffing

    + Responsible for maintaining grants records and assisting with other general office duties

    Requirements

    Education:

    + Bachelor's Degree required

    + Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Professional Writing, or Business Management focus preferred

    Experience:

    + Grant writing experience and an understanding of the funding process required

    + Strong communication, proofreading, organizational skills, and the ability to prepare professional documents

    + Exceptional attention to details and deadlines, ability to multitask, and be able to work with diverse personalities in a fast-paced environment

    + Must maintain confidentiality, manage work-flows effectively, and be self-motivated

    + Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required

     

    Benefits

    Benefits available to all staff:

    + Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center

    + Opportunities for Professional Development

    Full Time Benefits:

    + Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam

    + 403(b) with 6% employer contribution

    + PTO plus 9 paid holidays

    + Childcare Reimbursement

    + Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)

    + Life Insurance

     

    EEO Statement: The Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.