Grant Writer at Lurex Health and Education Foundation (LHEF)

Job Summary

• The Grant Writer will identify, define and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of proposals and grant applications, and performance of  responsible professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities in areas that support LHEF programs. 
• The position is also responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on the performance of program activities that are funded by federal, state, and private funding agencies.
• Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects to match LHEF priorities. 
• Generates high-quality proposals, narratives, applications and supporting documents in response to solicitations consistent with all policies and procedures of Galveston College, and the requirements and guidelines of the funding agencies;
• Generates revenues for LHEF programs through timely submission of well-researched, WELL written and well-documented grant proposals;
• Maintains primary responsibility for grant schedules and tracking grants;
• Serves as a liaison to all funding agencies and organizations;
• Works with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write and submit letters of inquiry, concept papers and grant proposals;
• Coordinates and follows-up on the progress of submitted proposals;
• Coordinates with the Business Office to create expenditure and income budgets to accompany proposals;
• Develops and maintains a master file on pending grants and contracts;
• Remains up-to-date on current issues relative to grant proposals;
• Meets regularly with staff to discuss current and new funding needs;
• Become cognizant of regulations & other matters of compliance with all grants including the FAQs, email, webinars and all other communiques from the Department of Education as they relate to the grants;
• Become familiar with and adhere to policies and procedures of Galveston College and the State of Texas regarding grant management;
• Inform staff and answer questions regarding allowability of proposed expenditures related to all specific grants;
• Inform supervisor on the progress of all grants and issues that may arise with each grant.
• Maintains confidentiality of information exposed to in the course of business regarding students, supervisors or other employees;
• Contributes to a safe educational and working environment by participating in all drills and training and being prepared to take action should a health or safety emergency occur;.

Other duties as assigned.

 JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree required;
• Grant writing experience, preferably with an NGO focus;
• Experience which should demonstrate a proven track record of securing new funding opportunities; comprehensive knowledge of research, and the ability to distinguish and  identify opportunities for LHEF and technical programs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure; 
• Excellent writing and verbal skills;
• Be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes;
• Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data;
• Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel), and database management skills;
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Education, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree;
• 3 to 5 years of experience as a successful grant writer;
• Previous grant budget development and management;
• A proven record of securing major grants with certifiable references;
• Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria and funding cycles;
• Previous federal grant application, submission, approval and management of funds