TransLash - PT Grants Manager

This is a remote position.

ParttimeGrantsManager

Location : Remote within the UnitedStates

EmploymentType : PartTime 20 hours per week

AboutTransLash

TransLashtells trans stories to save trans lives. As a trusted source forjournalists thoughtleaders movement activists researchers and thosewanting to know about trans people we produce narratives about andfor the trans community accurately and reliably.

At a time whendisinformation about trans people is being used to underminedemocracy and human rights TransLash serves as a beacon of hopethrough the voices of our community that we share with the world.

JobSummary

Theparttime Grants Manager is a member of the Development team andwill play a crucial role in securing funding opportunities tosupport the mission and programs of TransLash.

Working closely withthe CEO and Development Department the Grants Manager will beresponsible for researching identifying and applying for grantsfrom various foundations as well as helping to maintain and growfunder relationships.

This position requires a detailorientedindividual with excellent writing skills strong project managementabilities and a passion for mobilizing resources toward a causethat directly impacts trans people around theworld.

Rolesand Responsibilities :

• Conduct thorough research toidentify potential grant opportunities that align with the goalsand priorities ofTransLash;
• Draft iterate and finalize writingfor grant applications proposals and reports and package themappropriately for submission to funders andpartners;
• Write compelling grant proposalsletters of inquiry and grant reports tailored to the specificrequirements of each fundingopportunity;
• Support TransLash in tracking grantsgrant reports and deadlines as well as grant research andidentifying new prospectivefunders;
• Collaborate with program staff togather necessary data statistics and narratives to support grantapplications;
• Help TransLash keep all grantrelated materials filed and organized in an easily accessibleway;

Cultivate and maintain positiverelationships with funders ensuring timely acknowledgment of grantsand compliance with reporting requirements.

• Provide support incommunications with funders and as a secondary point ofcontact;
• Work directly with the CEO;
• Support the TransLash Donor Circleby noting and trackingcommitments;
• Work with the Director of Finance toensure accurate revenue projections based upon grantflow;

Assist in the development offundraising materials such as case statements donor appeals andstewardship materialsetc.

Education andExperience :

Proven experience in grant writingwith a track record of successful grant awards in the nonprofitsector.

RequiredSkills / Abilities :

• Excellent writing editing andcommunication skills with the ability to craft clear persuasive andcompelling narratives;
• Strong research skills with theability to gather and synthesize information from diversesources;
• Highly organized and detailorientedwith the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinessimultaneously;
• Proficiency in Google Suite.Experience with grant management software (platforms like Fluxx) isa plus;
• Ability to work independently andcollaboratively within a teamenvironment;

Passion for the mission and valuesof TransLash with a commitment to social justice andcommunity.

CoreCompetencies :

Project Management : Highly organized and detailoriented withthe ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously meetdeadlines and prioritize taskseffectively.

Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the abilityto articulate ideas clearly and persuasively both in grantproposals and in interactions with internal and externalstakeholders.

RelationshipBuilding : Strong interpersonal skills withthe ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships withfunders stakeholders and community partners fostering trust andengagement in the organizationsmission.

Adaptability : Flexibility and adaptability to changingpriorities and environments with the ability to thrive in a dynamicand fastpaced workenvironment.

Commitment to Equity andInclusion : Dedication to promotingdiversity equity and inclusion in all aspects of grant writing andfundraising with an understanding of the importance ofrepresentation and accessibility in nonprofitwork.

TechnologyProficiency : Proficiency in Google DriveMicrosoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and grant managementsoftware is a plus with the ability to quickly learn and adapt tonew technology platforms asneeded.

PhysicalRequirements :

Remaining in a stationary positionoften sitting or standing for prolongedperiods

Prolonged periods working on acomputer

Communicating with others toexchange information

Repeating motions that may includethe wrists hands and / orfingers

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at atime.

Compensation : $37 per hour plus benefits. Parttimeemployees regularly working 20 hours per week or more are eligiblefor benefits including medical dentalvision and life insurance;

paid time off; and sickleave.

ToApply :

Submitthe documents listed below to andinclude PT Grants Manager in the subject line. Applications withoutthe requested writing sample will not beconsidered.

• Resume detailing past performanceand experience as it relates to thisrole;
• One writing sample preferably anexcerpt from a grant application you have written (with anyconfidential information removed) or a document demonstrating yourgrant writing skills;

Cover letter explaining why you areinterested in this position withTransLash.

TransLashis an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not bediscriminated against because of race religion sex national originethnicity age disability political affiliation sexual orientationgender identity color marital status or medical condition.

Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabledapplicants may participate in the application process. If you seekan accommodation please advise in writing at the time youapply.

grant writing; grant management