Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

 

Catholic Charities San Francisco, Marin, San Mateo is the social services arm of the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Founded in 1907 and rooted in our faith traditions of charity and justice, Catholic Charities supports families, aging and disabled adults, and youth through social services and opportunities for healthy growth and development.

 

The Grants writer supports the cultivation of charitable support from business, corporate, and foundation donors primarily through the research, writing, and submission of grant proposals and reports as assigned.

 

 

 

• Research and identify prospective corporate and foundation donors for grant solicitation
• Write accurate, comprehensive, and compelling grant proposals that conform to all requirements set forth by various funding guidelines, including: re-creating editable forms, assembling financial documents, creating program budgets, etc.
• Manage the preparation, submission, and tracking of assigned grant proposals, observing Grants Office procedures for tracking grant research, solicitation, and progress in database
• Produce documents and correspondence necessary for effective grants management
• Create and maintain positive relationships with program staff, and work with them to accomplish organizational fund raising goals
• Cultivate relationships with corporate and foundation donors in addition to members of Catholic Charities CYO’s Board of Directors
• Assist with Development activities as required

• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

 

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required
• 1-2 years of successful grant writing experience
• Knowledge of or experience in non-profit human services

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Demonstrated researching and writing skills
• Excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills
• High degree of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines efficiently and simultaneously
• Solid team player who is able to work well collaboratively on projects and when under pressure
• Proficiency in common word processing, desktop publishing, and database software applications (experience in Raiser’s Edge preferred)

• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations.

 

Clearances Required Prior to the First Day of Employment:

Fingerprinting

Clearance: Required

TB Screening -

Negative Tuberculosis Test:

First Aid

Certificate:

 

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•    bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and walking.
•   lifting, pushing, and pulling.
•   repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

· The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.

· Driving is not required for this position.

 

If driving a car is required for the position, incumbent must have a valid California driver's license and be able to provide proof of DMV record and personal insurance (if required.)

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• The worker is occasionally exposed to perfume or scents in personal care products used by employees, clients, and visitors.
• Noise level in work environment is usually moderate in accordance with a typical office environment.
• Opportunities for weekend, evening attendance at CCCYO special events, corporate functions, etc. (voluntary)

 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

 

 

CATHOLIC CHARITIES CYO IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

 

 

Company Description

Catholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease -- to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Company Description

Catholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease -- to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.\r\n\r\nCATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.\r\n\r\nPursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Work at office, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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