We are DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform, a local nonprofit organization. We bring together local government and community organizations to identify ways our local community can address its human service needs.
We are pleased to offer the job opportunity of Grant and Development Specialist. The Grant and Development Specialist is a valuable asset to our organization. The position supports our team of program and administrative leaders to increase revenue through program fees, foundation grants, government grants and philanthropic gifts, so that DuPage Federation’s activities result in a strong human service system in DuPage county and the region.
Job type: Full-time at 37.5 hours per week
Workplace type: hybrid, fully remote, in-office
Salary range: $44,063-$54,375 a year
Benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Disability and group life insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Essential Functions
Grant Development and Maintenance
- Identifies prospective funders, cultivates and manages current partnerships, performs prospect research, and develops and maintains funder prospect list
- Researches, identifies and pursues grant opportunities
- Drafts grant proposals and submits to public, private, and corporate funding sources
- Develops, and maintains grant-tracking database and other relevant tracking systems
- Generates, maintains and reports on donation and grant funding records
- Maintains records and coordinates the writing and submission of grant reports
Program Fee Development and Maintenance
- Supports program directors’ efforts to acquire new fee-paying customers
Team Collaboration
- Coordinates, supports and contributes to the revenue team
- Coordinates, supports and contributes to the development and maintenance of DuPage Federation’s revenue plan
- Supports and contributes to the annual planning and budgeting team
- Coordinates, supports and contributes to DuPage Federation’s equity and inclusion strategy
Other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Essential Skills
Organization
- Project management skills, including the ability to create and advance numerous project plans and prioritize initiatives
- Organizational and time management skills
Collaboration
- Ability to actively participate in and contribute to teams and team projects
- Work respectfully and inclusively with multiple and diverse stakeholders
- Multi-language and cross-cultural life experience a plus
Communication
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to make complex information accessible to a specific audience
- Detail and accuracy in written, verbal, and electronic communication
Problem-Solving
- Resourceful and creative
- Strong and innovative problem-solving skills
Research
- Research skills and knowledge of information sources
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity
- Knowledge of non-profit sector and philanthropic funding environment
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s degree (bachelor’s degree preferred)
- 2-4 years of relevant experience (grant writing experience preferred)
- Experience with data systems and/or grants-management software (preferred)
DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, applicants, and independent contractors. We believe that hiring qualified individuals to fill positions contributes to the overall success of our organization. Each employee is hired to make significant contributions to the organization, without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, mental or physical disability, religion, age, race, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or parental status. We welcome and encourage all individuals who are interested in joining our team to submit an application.
