Budgeting, Calendar Management, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Corporate Funding, Corporate Planning, Create Graphs, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Detail Oriented, Documentation, File Maintenance, Foundation Grants, Funding, Fundraising, Fundraising Program, Grant Administration/Management, Grant Writing, Life Insurance, Mail Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Sales Prospecting, Storytelling, Time Management, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
Position Type: Full-time, 40 hrs./week; Non-exempt
Salary: Starting at $35.75/hr.- $39.77/hr. (D.O.E.)
Work Location: Seattle, WA
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Catholic Charities Foundation (CCF) is the fundraising arm of Catholic Community Services of Western Washington. Every year, we raise millions of dollars through our fundraising and donor cultivation. These donations power the programs of CCS/AHA throughout Western Washington.
How YOU can make a difference
The Grant Writer is responsible for raising $2,000,000 in new, private foundation and corporate funding. You will partner with the CCSWW Grants Team and cross-departmental staff to research, write, and manage proposals that support vulnerable populations. You must be an independent problem-solver capable of data-driven storytelling, visually impactful proposal design, and meeting firm deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Grant Administration: Manage the grants calendar, track deadlines, and process correspondence (acknowledgments, queries, cover letters).
- Research & Writing: Identify new funding prospects and draft compelling proposals, LOIs, and interim/final reports.
- Data Visualization: Create visually persuasive graphs, charts and budgets within proposals using Microsoft Excel.
- Documentation: Maintain grant files and track funder relationships in Raiser's Edge NXT.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of grant writing and project management experience.
- Proven track record in fund development from foundation and corporate grant development (preferred).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (creating budgets, charts, and data analysis).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong eye for detail.
- Experience with Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge NXT database (preferred).
- Passion for community impact and the ability to thrive under pressure.
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Benefits & Compensation
This is a Full-time, 40-hour position starting at $35.75 - $39.77/hr. (D.O.E) with a competitive benefits package:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 15 days of accrued PTO annually
- 12 days of paid holidays, plus one (1) personal holiday
- Paid accrued sick time
- CCS/AHA 403(b) Employee Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
If you are looking for meaningful work, make a tangible difference, and drive positive change, find out more at: https://ccsww.org/careers/
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Full Job Description: available upon hire.
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Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.
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Catholic Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit www.ccsww.org to learn more.