Grant Writer & Stewardship Manager
Company: SBP
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: October 11, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:About SBPFounded in 2006 after Hurricane Katrina,
SBP is a social impact organization focused on disaster resilience
and recovery. We envision a future where everyone-regardless of
race, economic status, or geography-can rebound quickly from
extreme weather events. Our mission is to shrink the time between
disaster and recovery, building stronger communities and making
sure our most vulnerable fellow citizens can quickly access the
assistance they need.What sets SBP apart?We don't just react to
natural disasters-we take a long-term, 360-degree approach. SBP
addresses disaster resilience and recovery in three interrelated
ways:We train and advise individuals, communities, nonprofit
organizations, businesses, and local governments in best practices
for disaster preparedness, risk mitigation, and recovery;We build
resilient homes and communities, sharing our proven model and
approach with others;We advocate for change at the systems level,
aiming to make the recovery process more predictable, efficient,
and effective for all disaster survivors.Our innovative,
multi-pronged approach is driven by the dedication and passion of
volunteers and AmeriCorps members; the generosity of donors and
partners; and our incredible SBP team, whose commitment to racial
equity, environmental sustainability, and helping those most in
need infuses their everyday work. We're making a lasting impact on
thousands of lives-and we'd love for you to join us.Position
SummaryThe Grant Writer & Stewardship Manager will play a crucial
role in SBP's growth and impact, leading both the grants management
process and donor stewardship. This position will be responsible
for all aspects of grant writing and reporting, as well as leading
institutional donor stewardship across corporate, foundation,
nonprofit, and government donors.The Grant Writer & Stewardship
Manager will report to the Senior Director of Institutional Giving
and manage grant writer(s). This role will oversee the creation of
clear, inspirational and compelling materials that help the
Development team reach its fundraising goal and advance SBP's vital
work. Additionally, this role will lead the creation of an annual
impact report and liaise between Development and Communications to
ensure consistent sharing of impact stories.ResponsibilitiesGrants
ManagementProject manage the grant writing process, including
initial reviews of all proposals, ensuring high-quality submissions
and coaching grant writers for continuous improvement.Maintain a
calendar of upcoming grant reports and ensure timely submission of
all required documentation.Keep comprehensive and accurate donor
records in Salesforce.Represent the Development team in monthly
compliance meetings with Finance to review grant performance and
program activity tracking.Coach and mentor grant writer(s) to
execute all of the above efficiently.Donor StewardshipSupport
fundraisers to implement stewardship strategies for institutional
funders at all levels, enhancing the overall donor experience with
SBP.Liaise between Development and Communications teams to ensure
impact stories are shared regularly, and SBP's external
communications reflect the contributions of funders.Develop a suite
of general two-pagers, in partnership with fundraisers and
organizational leadership.Lead the production of SBP's annual
impact report, translating organizational achievements into a
compelling narrative for donors and stakeholders.Ensure stewardship
efforts align with SBP's overall fundraising
objectives.WritingDraft clear, persuasive, and well-structured
grant proposals that articulate SBP's needs and impact.Create and
maintain a library of common language and standard documents to
streamline the grant writing process.Craft general support
proposals that encourage unrestricted/lightly restricted
giving.Ensure that funders are regularly updated through strategic
donor communications that highlight SBP's
impact.Requirements:Minimum of 5 years in professional writing
and/or grants management, with direct oversight of grant
writers.Strong written communication skills, including the ability
to write clear, persuasive proposals and impact reports for diverse
audiences.Experience in donor relations, with a strong
understanding of cultivating and maintaining positive donor
experiences.Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal and
written communication, organizational, negotiation, and leadership
skills.High attention to detail and comfort working in a dynamic,
fast-paced environment.Strong project management skills, including
multitasking, prioritizing, delegating, and creating systems for
process improvement.Comfortable with ambiguity and able to adapt
nimbly to change.Able to pass a Criminal History Check, including
the sex offender registry, State Police, and FBI.Salary range:
$70,000 - $90,000 (based on experience)SBP is building a diverse
and experienced staff. The organization encourages multiple
perspectives and experiences, supports a multicultural environment,
and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce that reflects
the populations we work with and the communities where we work. Our
hiring and business practices appreciate the strengths offered
through different backgrounds.SBP is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action employer and is committed to providing access,
equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with
disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, creed,
national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status,
veteran status, disabled veteran status, or status as a member of
any other protected group or activity.It is the policy of SBP not
to discriminate against any individual, person, or group on the
basis of disability and the intent of SBP to address any complaints
that may arise pursuant to Section 504.Compensation details:
70000-90000 Yearly SalaryPI444feccf057f-25660-35763441
Keywords: SBP, Baton Rouge , Grant Writer & Stewardship Manager, Executive , New Orleans, Louisiana
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