Grant Researcher

GRANT RESEARCHER

As 100% of donations are used to aid Clean River Project's clients, our organization will require external sources of funding to support operating costs. This is where the Grant Researcher will play an integral role in helping their community attain needed services in cleaning, protecting, and providing a safer water supply to the people and wildlife in the many cities and towns nearby. The Grant Researcher will look for grants - as well as other sources of funding - that Clean River Project is eligible for. The Grant Researcher will be expected to track these grants in terms of their value, the application deadline, the prerequisites necessary for applications, and other grant-related details that will be covered in the responsibilities section.

Responsibilities

The Grant Researcher’s duties include, but are not limited to:

• Creating an organized matrix of grant information, including:
  • Deadlines
  • Grant requirements
  • Amount of funding offered
  • Contact info (if provided)
• Maintaining timely communications with the management team
• Contacting grant providers for additional information
• Contacting non-profits that may provide grants, such as United Way, but do not advertise it
• Prepare grant templates
• Complete grant applications

Qualifications

• Adept at conducting an online search for grant information
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience in grant writing and/or research required
• Articulate; capable of explaining Clean River Project’s mission to prospective funding partners and building trust
• Knowledge of fundraising information sources
• Some ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Previous experience in non-profit fundraising an asset
• References required