Grant Writer

POSITION TITLE: Grant Writer  
PROGRAM: Development  
FULL TIME: 40 hours per week  
SALARY RANGE:  $55,000.00 - $68,385.59 

Summary: We are seeking a Grant professional who is confident, self-assured, and proud of their individuality to manage all phases of public and private sector grant development and reporting for federal, state and local organizations. 

Working with an existing three-person grant team and reporting to the Director of Grant Administration, this position will work closely with executive management, leadership and partner organizations to craft high impact proposals for funding to support FSRI’s 30+ programs which span our Health, Healing, Hope and Home pillars, as well as our affiliates. This will also include working with elected officials, federal and state agencies and others on letters of support, letters of interest/inquiry, responses to requests for contract bids, related funder reporting, etc. 

Qualifications:  

• Stellar writing skills and a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, human services preferred and/or related experience. 

• A minimum of 2-3 years grant writing experience preferred. 

• Experience with the development of federal and State of RI proposals preferred, including uploading application materials through their systems. 

• Ability to work occasional (not regular) nights and weekends preferred. 

• Strong project and time management skills preferred. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite necessary. 

• Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity! 

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today! 

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org  
• Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for: Grant Writer  
• Follow the direct link to apply: Grant Writer (paycomonline.net)