Job Description

Grant Writer

Under the direction of his/her supervisor, the Grant Writer will be responsible for researching, developing, and writing inquiries, letters, and proposals to request funds to support Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. (APHCV) programs and services. The Grant Writer will also be responsible for the tracking and monitoring of proposal deadlines and requirements. This position includes maintaining accurate digital and hard copy records of documents, phone calls, and funder visits. The Grant Writer creates, shares, and writes content for APHCV social media channels and assists in the creation of public relations materials such as flyers, brochures, and annual reports.

APHCV expects all employees to respond and participate to emergency situations per emergency policies and procedures. APHCV requires all staff to comply with Standards of Conduct and Compliance Program related policies and procedures. Such compliance is part of this position's performance evaluation. APHCV is a tobacco-free organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Research, develop and write inquiries, letters, proposals, and other fundraising documents.
• Research and identify potential donors by reviewing APHCV files, following-up on leads, reading health care and health care policy periodicals, and analyzing funding reference tools such as annual reports, foundation directories, and IRS 990's.
• Develop proposals and other request concepts in conjunction with his/her supervisor, Chief Executive Officer, Director of Clinic Operations, Director of Facility Operations, Director of Performance Improvement, Department Managers, and Unit Supervisors.
• Write accurate and interesting inquiries, letters, and proposals to request funds from individual, corporate, and foundation prospects. Write acknowledgement letters and reports to corporate and foundation donors.
• Ensure that all drafts and feedback from APHCV staff are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all submissions and correspondences with foundation and corporate staff are completed on time.
2. Track and monitor proposals, their deadlines, and requirements.
• Maintain tracking system for grant, renewal, and report deadlines.
• Monitor results of written requests such as proposal acceptance rate.
• Coordinate the efforts of key staff members to ensure that documents are completed by the specified deadlines.
3. Maintain accurate digital and hard copy records.
• Maintain accurate and updated electronic files of donors and prospects including copies of correspondence, proposals, reports, and notes on significant phone conversations or donor visits.
• Work in conjunction with administrative and fiscal staff to ensure that corporate and foundation gifts are recorded.
4. Prepare monthly content calendar for timely and concise postings on social media.
• Regularly creates engaging written and visual content to share on social media.
• Share relevant, timely content on social media.
• Promote APHCV services and programs on social media and APHCV website.
5. Additional duties.
• Attend and serve as staff support for fundraising events.
• Contribute ideas and participate in the planning of department-wide projects and development operations.
• Assist in the writing of public relations material including flyers, brochures, annual reports, newsletters, press releases, and other publications.
• Complete regular weekly content updates to the APHCV website and social media applications.
• Assist in the research and development of APHCV's annual needs assessment.
• Assist in other fundraising and engagement activities, such as presentations, meeting with funders, etc.

Performance Expectations:

1. Successful submission of grants by deadlines.
2. Maintain productivity of proposal submissions.
3. Successfully secure funding for submitted proposals.
4. Weekly maintenance of website calendar updates.
5. Schedule posts and maintain social media content calendar.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree with a minimum two years of grant writing experience. Master's in Public Health or related field preferred.
2. Knowledge of health service program planning preferred.
3. Strong organizational, interpersonal, computer, and research skills.
4. Ability to write accurate and compelling narratives using excellent grammar, spelling, and syntax.
5. Ability to multitask and perform under deadlines and changing schedules.
6. Ability to organize and balance project budgets.
7. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

HR Procedural Requirements:

1. Legal authorization to work in the United States.
2. A valid California Drivers license with clean records and access to insured automobile.
3. Completion of APHCV Health Assessment Form.
4. Completion of DOJ background check.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to materially perform the task normally associated with the position including but not limited to: ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

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