Writer Job in Gardner, Massachusetts

RCAP Solutions, headquartered in Gardner, Massachusetts has nearly 100 people at work in nine states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, providing safe affordable housing; building and managing water and wastewater facilities; helping communities develop the critical infrastructure they need to thrive; advocating on their behalf; and providing the training and education that helps build know-how, expertise, and capacity. We are currently seeking a candidate for the position of Grant Writer. Reporting to the Chief Development & Government Affairs Officer the position will conduct proactive, in-depth research, using a variety of electronic and print resources, to identify, screen and prioritize prospective public and private funding and partnership possibilities; develops and edits proposals, manages proposal development projects; manages contact, prospect, and proposal tracking databases including record entry and maintenance; establishes and maintains contact with private and public entities as appropriate; keeps abreast of changing funding trends, grant standards and proposal guidelines; represents organization at public meetings conducted by grantmakers and other entities as required. Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. A major in public administration or education is preferred; • Development (or other) relevant research skills required; excellent writing, computer, communication, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks; creative, results-oriented personality; team player; detail oriented. • 2-3 years' experience in conducting detailed prospect research, evaluating prospects and prioritizing funding opportunities; broad knowledge of tools for researching resource development opportunities including foundations, corporations and individual philanthropists in Massachusetts and other northeastern states; • Comprehensive proposal development skills including work plans, schedules and budgets; ability to manage multiple proposal development projects simultaneously, including constructing and monitoring detailed schedules; • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including formatting; one year database record management/maintenance; • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to lead meetings and assist with private and public presentations; community development experience highly desirable. RCAP Solutions offers an excellent compensation and benefit package including health, dental, 403b, vacation, 13 paid holidays, STD/LTD, etc. Please submit resume to: [email protected] EOE M/F