About the Company: The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) is the world’s largest non-profit organization devoted to upholding the Armenian heritage through educational, cultural and humanitarian programs. Each year, AGBU is committed to making a difference in the lives of 500,000 people across Armenia, Artsakh and the Armenian diaspora. Since 1906, AGBU has remained true to one overarching goal: to create a foundation for the prosperity of all Armenians. To learn more visit www.agbu.org. Follow us! Twitter: www.twitter.com/agbu Instagram: www.instagram.com/agbuglobal Job Description: Reporting to the Managing Director and in partnership with a designated member of the Board of Directors, the Grant Writer & Manager is responsible for identifying and pursuing outside funding opportunities to support AGBU’s wide range of initiatives, programs and projects. The Grant Writer & Manager will write and submit concept papers and grant proposals ranging in size, scope and complexity to international public and private organizations, including foundations, corporations, government agencies and other grant making entities that align with AGBU’s mission and help meet the organization’s global fundraising goals. The Grant Writer & Manager will be responsible for stewarding the organization's grant submissions through the grant cycle from the research phase (LOI) to submission, post award responsibilities (i.e. progress reports), prospecting strategy, grants tracking, and management. *Email resume and cover letter to jobs@agbu.org. Please indicate on your cover letter which site you are applying from. Submissions will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial interviews of strong candidates will be held as submissions are received. Salary commensurate with experience. No phone calls please. Responsibilities: - Research, write and submit high-quality concept papers and formal grant proposals that are strategic, well-organized and detailed
- Coordinate grant management procedure and work cycle
- Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including both staff and volunteers
- Strategize and work with various AGBU departments, teams, and offices including the executive leadership, program officers and the departments of finance and development
- Meet internal and final external deadlines involved with the submission of concept papers and grant reports
- Identify opportunities for exploratory and/or introductory in-person meetings for the Director of Development
- Maintain calendar and pipeline of upcoming, pending, and past grant opportunities
- Maintain master list of records and files on all prospective grants and grant making bodies targeting areas of interest that align with AGBU’s programs and funding needs
- Manage the application process and ensure all accounts and logins are maintained with up-to-date AGBU profiles and registrations
- Perform other related duties as assigned
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