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Director of Grants, Government

Recruiter: Rebecca David

New York, NY

Job ID
6130WH
Industry

Jewish Non profit

Specialty

Fundraising And Development

Experience level

Director

Salary range:
$135,000 - $145,000

OVERVIEW

Position Summary:
The Director, Government Grants is responsible for supporting Met Council’s efforts to maintain, diversify and pursue funding resources with a focus on government sources. The Director, Government Grants, is responsible for the initial research of funding opportunities and is an integral part in aiding Met Council’s program development and fiscal soundness. The position will report directly to the Chief Development Officer. The director will also collaborate with the Development Department, executive and administrative services staff, and each program department as needed while pursuing new and current foundation funding. This is an in-office position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:
  • Exceptional written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to teach these skills to staff
  • Strong analytical and reasoning abilities
  • Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions
  • Accountability and dependability
  • Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Highly self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively with others and across functions
  • Strong grant writing skills and experience with securing government funding
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred).
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in grant writing in the Social Services not-for-profit sector with a focus on government grants.
  • Experience in researching and prospecting government grants with a broad knowledge of city, state, county, and federal government funding sources, (preferred).
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