Lead Grant Writer

Location: Remote

Primary responsibilities include: 

• Grant and report writer for all Acorn funding;

• Maintain Acorn’s grant application calendar, including submission and reporting deadlines, to be used for applying for and reporting on grants;

• Maintain filing system for maintaining funding records;

• Manage and monitor grant applications, follow-up, and reports; 

• Develop grant administration procedures;

• In collaboration with the CEO and CFO, update standard proposal language as needed;

• Monitor and report on grant program goals and performance; 

• Coordinate with the CFO to assure that all necessary records are accurate and available for reconciliation and auditing.

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Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of grants and grant administration processes and budgeting; 

• Excellent written skills with demonstrated ability to write in a clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive manner. Grant writing experience preferred;

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, consultants, partners, funders, Board Members, and other volunteers to achieve results;

• Outstanding organizational, project management, time management, and communication skills;

• Computer literacy and experience with Google Drive. Willingness to learn other platforms, like Slack;

• Commitment to empowering teachers and school administrators by elevating their voices and bringing to attention their efforts to support students and advance the education sector;

• Enthusiasm to learn and grow.

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Commitment Expected:

While Acorn appreciates anytime that a volunteer is willing to give, for this position we would like to see someone willing to commit at least 3-8 hours a week for 3 months. 

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