Job Description
Join Hope Community Foundation as a Senior Grant Writer and become the driving force behind securing transformative funding for our impactful community initiatives. We're seeking a passionate storyteller with a proven track record of converting vision into tangible resources. This is your opportunity to shape the future of Wichita's nonprofit sector while growing your career in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities from federal, state, and private foundations
- Develop compelling grant proposals and applications exceeding $500K annually
- Cultivate relationships with program officers and funding partners
- Manage grant reporting requirements and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with program teams to align funding strategies with organizational goals
- Analyze funding trends and maintain competitive intelligence database
- Mentor junior staff on grant development best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of grant writing experience with $1M+ secured
- Portfolio of 10+ successful grant applications
- Deep knowledge of Wichita's nonprofit funding landscape
- Exceptional writing/editing skills with attention to detail
- Experience with grant management software (e.g., GrantStation)
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills for budget development and impact metrics