Position Summary
The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, identifying, and writing compelling grant proposals to secure funding from private foundations, corporations, and government agencies to support the missions of Deborah Hospital Foundation and Deborah Heart and Lung Center. This position requires a strong understanding of grant writing best practices, excellent research and writing skills, and a passion for supporting healthcare initiatives.
Experience
Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in professional grant writing, fundraising, within healthcare or related field.
Proven track record of successfully securing funding from private foundations, corporations, and/or government agencies.
Education
Required
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a related field such as healthcare administration, business, nonprofit management, or English.
Preferred
Advanced degree (Master's) preferred.
License and Credentials
Preferred: CFRE designation preferred
Skills
Required
Excellent research, writing, and editing skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadline
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and grant writing software (e.g., Big Online, GrantHub)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with funders, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Passion for the mission of Deborah Hospital and a commitment to supporting healthcare initiatives.
Preferred: Experience with Raiser’s Edge database system
Bi-Weekly Hours: 80
Work Schedule
M - F
The minimum starting rate for this position is $26.06
When determining a team members base rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of recent relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).
At Deborah, healthcare is still about caring...for patients and team members. That is why we offer an outstanding benefits package, which includes healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week. The benefits package also includes generous paid time-off, 401K matching contribution, tuition assistance, short and long term disability benefits, life insurance, meal discount, dependent care subsidy, adoption assistance and free parking.
