Grant Writer

About The Organization

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) works to end mass incarceration in California. To ensure our communities are safe, healthy, and whole, ARC empowers formerly and currently incarcerated people to thrive by providing a support network, comprehensive reentry services, and opportunities to advocate for policy change. Through our grassroots policy advocacy, we are dedicated to transforming the criminal justice system so that it is more just and equitable for all people. Learn more at: www.antirecidivism.org.

Position Summary

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Grant Writer to join its Los Angeles team. This position will compose grant reports and applications to current and potential funders, support management of ARC’s grants and contracts, and help cultivate relationships with new funding prospects to support the fundraising goals of the organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent writing, research, and analytical skills and at least one year experience composing and securing foundation, corporate, and government grants. Candidates with experience managing city and state funding contracts are especially encouraged to apply.

The Grant Writer will report directly to ARC’s Development Director. This position will also work closely with ARC’s program staff and accountants to develop a comprehensive understanding of ARC’s programs and services, program budgets and spending, and organizational funding needs.

Essential Duties

• Develop and draft clear, compelling concept papers, LOIs, and proposals outlining ARC’s programs and services to secure funding from foundation, corporate, and government sources.
• Support management of current grants.
• Develop and maintain accurate information and schedules on reporting deadlines and other grant requirements.
• Ensure compliance for city, state, and county contracts, including invoicing, auditing, and outcomes reporting.
• Research new potential funding sources and work with ARC’s Development Director to identify public and private funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with ARC leadership and program staff to develop a strong understanding of ARC’s history, programs, impact, and financial needs to be able to develop clear and compelling proposals and reports.
• Develop and update template ARC proposals and LOIs on ARC’s programs and services that can be easily adapted to specific funding opportunities.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of ARC’s financials and organizational budget.
• Assist with administrative duties in ARC’s Development Department, including management of donor database, grant acknowledgement letters, and communication with current and prospective institutional funders for site visits, meetings, and calls.
• Assist with other research, writing, and editing assignments, as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Experience analyzing financial reports and developing program budgets
• Expert in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Preferred:

• Experience using fundraising software
• Experience managing city, county, and state contracts
• Knowledge of the criminal justice and reentry field

Ability to:

• Compile, analyze, and interpret data and research to develop compelling proposals and reports.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines with strong skills in planning and organization.
• Respond effectively to changing priorities and a fluctuating workload.
• Complete tasks in an efficient and effective manner with minimal supervision.
• Exercise initiative and good judgment, be proactive, and follow direction.

Experience

• At least one year of professional experience in a similar position that includes grant writing, grants management, budget development, and administrative development responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Creative Writing or other relevant field preferred. However, combination of education and experience will also be considered.

Salary/Benefits

The Grant Writer position is a full-time, non-exempt staff position with a pay range of $24.00-26.00 per hour. ARC also offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k match.

How to Apply

Please send cover letter, resume, and writing sample. Include “Grant Writer Position” in the subject line of your email.

Please note that employment is contingent upon proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.

Equal Opportunity Statement

ARC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive staff team. We strongly encourage applicants who are people of color, LGBTQ, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities; and/or formerly incarcerated people.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Grant writing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person