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Willdan Lighting & Electric (WLE), is seeking a Grant Writer. The Grant Writer will work closely with the management teams at Willdan and partner organizations. Your interest and vision of sustainability are tied to the company mission and will include but is not limited to crafting winning proposals and bid responses that effectively convey Willdan's strengths and qualifications to potential clients in compelling and differentiated ways. The goal will be to ensure that proposals are innovative, accurate, compliant, and competitive by working collaboratively with the company's sales and business development and leadership teams. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization to help refine content strategy and messaging in order to best position the company to win., • Proposal strategy and writing - With limited supervision or guidance, help identify winning strategies by understanding Willdan's services and potential client needs, challenging the status quo, and creating proposals that are customized and tailored to the decision maker., • Participate and play an active role in sharing best practices, information, problem solving etc., with other team members by scheduling and participating in strategy meetings., • Comply and use CRM database to track all proposal information required to develop weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports. Ensure data is accurate and updated in real-time., • Develop innovative and creative proposal presentations in multiple formats to increase likelihood of winning proposals and/or grants., • Serve as a training resource and brand ambassador sharing approaches and learnings from pursuits., • Coordinate, write, edit and produce responses to viable solicitations; this includes research, technical content, graphics, page layout and design., • Work with department heads to assemble materials and manage the entire proposal process from start to finish., • Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies., • Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization., • Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval., • Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals., • Maintain positive relationships and facilitate a high level of collaboration between stakeholders., • Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities., • Assist with other business development/marketing functions as needed., • Bachelor's degree in English, communications, creative writing or a related area (Master's Degree preferred)., • A minimum of two years' experience providing proposal and presentation coordination and marketing support in the energy industry., • Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process., • Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization., • Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources., • Strong multitasking, organizational and time management skills., • Superior interpersonal abilities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature and flexible., • Strong project management abilities., • Ability to prioritize and execute within a fast-paced, challenging and deadline-driven environment., • Exceptional oral and written communication skills., • Ability to handle confidential matters with utmost integrity. Willdan Group, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

Job DescriptionAmerican Medical and Trade Institute (AMTI) Location: Remote (New Jersey experience strongly preferred) Engagement: Contract or Part-Time (flexible structure) Position Overview American Medical and Trade Institute (AMTI) is seeking an experienced Grant Writer to support the expansion of workforce, healthcare, and criminal justice training programs within high schools. This role focuses on securing funding that enables AMTI to implement turnkey, credential-based programs, allowing schools to participate by enrolling students while AMTI delivers instruction, curriculum, instructors, certifications, and compliance. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated track record of securing outcome-driven grants tied to workforce development, healthcare pipelines, career and technical education (CTE), or public safetyadjacent programming. Key Responsibilities The Grant Writer will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing funding opportunities that align with AMTIs program offerings and growth strategy. This includes researching federal, state, county, workforce, and education-adjacent funding sources; preparing competitive grant narratives and budgets; and positioning AMTI appropriately as a program provider, fiscal agent, or contracted partner. The role requires close coordination with AMTI leadership to ensure grant proposals align with existing certification programs such as Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Phlebotomy Technician, EKG, and criminal justice pathways, as well as managing submission timelines and post-award requirements when applicable. Required Experience Applicants must demonstrate prior success securing grants that resulted in funded programs, not simply submissions. Experience should include work with one or more of the following entities: • Workforce development boards or labor initiatives, • School districts or education agencies, • Healthcare or allied health training organizations, • Government-funded or outcomes-based education programs, • Program providers or vendors delivering services under grant funding Candidates must be able to clearly articulate: • Which grants they have secured, • The dollar amounts awarded, • The type of organization they wrote for (e.g., nonprofit, program provider, vendor, school district, workforce agency), • The outcomes tied to the funding (program implementation, enrollment, certifications, workforce placement, etc.) Important Note on Fit This role is not a fit for grant writers whose experience is limited to foundation-only grants with minimal or undefined outcomes. AMTI is specifically seeking experience with grants that fund program delivery, workforce outcomes, or credential-based education initiatives. Ideal Candidate Profile • Proven track record of awarded grants in workforce, healthcare education, CTE, or public safetyrelated fields, • Strong understanding of how funding flows between grantors, program providers, and schools, • Comfortable working independently and delivering measurable results This is a remote position.

Job Description Reporting to the Associate Vice President External Communications, the Director Marketing is responsible for the organization’s marketing and branding efforts. This role leads the organizations brand and design work, the production of direct marketing and merchandise materials, owns our website and email channels, and supports advertising and campaigns. This role creates communication strategies for specific constituent audiences such as donor segments, the general public, and current and potential clients. They will also research new content ideas and mediums, help identify how content in new mediums could fit into Safe Horizon’s overall content strategy and how we could use these new mediums. They will ensure all content reflects our commitments to client centered practice and ending systemic racism. The Director Marketing is a key part of a cohesive system for sharing information between Program team, Development, and Communications. They will work collaboratively across teams to lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of content that draws in new audiences and engages current and potential supporters and clients of Safe Horizon. In particular, the Director Marketing works closely with the Senior Director of PR, Content Writer, and Social Media Manager to ensure consistent content and messaging across all channels for the broader organization. They collaborate with the Content Writer and the Development team to execute on an editorial calendar and strategic content campaign needs with the goal of reaching new audiences and donors. The Director Marketing must possess a strong grasp of design principles, the ability to work within Canva to create or edit materials in branded templates, excellent project management skills, and be a skilled and authentic relationship manager. Responsibilities: Brand, design, and production of materials • Lead the creative direction and be the steward of brand fidelity for Safe Horizon staff, agencies, and freelancers, • Manage external graphic designers and merchandise vendors, • Use a pre-created Safe Horizon Canva brand hub to make and edit marketing materials, • Serve as an organizational point of contact for brand related questions, along with the AVP of external communications, • Lead the design and printing of all organization materials, such as:, • annual reports and impact reports, • program and organizational marketing materials, • event materials (i.e. invitations, event branding and signage), • Manage the branded merchandise options, materials, and requests, • Lead all direct mail processes for the development and communications team. This includes, • Managing the process, design and print of a quarterly print newsletter, EOY fundraising materials, major donor and renewal letters, and provide support for acquisition mailing needs, • Ensure all print and merchandise content aligns with brand guidelines and is reviewed with a client-centered, anti-racist lens Digital marketing: owned and paid • Lead all work for our owned digital channels of website and email marketing and ensure website and email donor-facing content aligns with brand guidelines and is reviewed with a client-centered, anti-racist lens, • Email, • Direct the creation and deployment of audience appropriate and engaging email communications for specific segments such as first-time donors, new online community members, major donors, mid-level donors, monthly donors and other segments., • Load, proof, and test all emails for all segments., • Work closely with the AVP of External Communications, Sr Director of Direct Marketing and Dev. Operations and other Development Department Unit Leaders to ensure needs are being met through our email channels, • Make data-informed recommendations to all unit directors in the Development and Communications departments to help refine and improve email content and strategy, • Website, • Responsible for website content updates, • Manage our external website maintenance vendor and work in collaboration to optimize multiple web properties, including microsites for campaigns and various needs. Proactively resolve technical issues, • Strategize and support the creation of all current and new website content including pages/posts for Search-Engine Optimization (SEO), lead generation campaigns, survivor-facing content, and program-specific/survivor-oriented content, • Manage the content creation on our advocacy action sub-site, • Manage our Google grant advertising account and content, working closely with an external consultant for optimization, • Work closely with the AVP of external communications and in collaboration with an external partner to play an active role in determining priorities for all other paid digital marketing efforts., • Partner with fundraising and events productions teams, creating opportunities to engage with donors through multiple touchpoints, e.g., livestream, webinars etc. Campaign and advertising • Support the creative development of awareness and branding campaign strategies, • Work closely with the Chief Development and Communications Officer and the AVP of External Communications to concept and design branded advertising campaigns, including OOH advertising, and with the Content Writer to develop content needs for campaigns, • Execute the content strategy for branding and awareness campaigns across owned and paid media, in line with content campaign and team creation strategy, • Support the Senior Director of PR with materials to reach and engage media around campaigns, • Create all lead generation campaign content including technical backend needs such as forms, automated email series, landing pages, thank you pages, etc., • Actively participate in advertising campaign brainstorms and execute, • Support aspects of pre- and post-video production, • Handle administrative materials and needs for video production including statement of work, creative usage rights agreements, and justification memos., • Script writing and storyboarding support, • On site support for filming days, • Work closely with the AVP of External Communications to reach out to and schedule time with clients for photoshoot and campaign needs, • Support the Senior Director of PR with sourcing of client stories by communicating strategic campaign and press needs across the organization., • Ad-hoc support of advocacy campaigns (attending press conferences, support sign making within brand guidelines, etc) Qualifications: • 5+ years in a brand, marketing, or digital marketing role, preferably with a fundraising component., • Experience with graphic design and Canva., • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Physical demands: This position has certain physical demand requirements, which include, but may not be limited to, remaining in a stationary position for long hours and navigating citywide travel via public transit If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon’s rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance. Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal Salary Pay Range: $82,000 - $100,000 Annual Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week (Overnight) Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center

Job DescriptionFollow your passion Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens. We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children. Our Network office is located at 401 W. 218th St., New York, NY 10034. Our Network team follows a hybrid work schedule: we work in-person from our office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with optional remote days on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, if your team's scope of work permits. Deliver powerful results To achieve our vision, we are searching for a Grant Writer with a Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years of work experience in nonprofit grant-writing and/or other professional writing vocation. A Bachelor's of Arts in English, Journalism, Communications, Writing, or similar preferred. The ideal candidate is an incredible storyteller and compelling writer, has a "can do" attitude and a bias for continual improvement, is highly detail-oriented, and is interested in education. The position title will be commensurate with candidate experience relative to Zeta's organizational levels. Responsibilities: Zeta's Development team obtains the private funding needed for Zeta to deliver on its promise of world-class schooling and achieve its growth plan. As the Grant Writer at Zeta, you will support our team to effectively and powerfully tell Zeta's story to institutional and government funders by writing and managing Zeta's grants. Specifically, you will: • Write compelling and persuasive grant applications tailored to different audiences and contexts, seamlessly blending narrative and data to tell a powerful story that resonates with your audience, inspiring both hearts and minds., • Manage Zeta's existing grants to ensure reports are submitted on time and grant funds are received, • Work with the Head of Development, Head of Strategic Impact, and cross-functional teams to obtain data and inputs needed, • Maintain Zeta's grants calendar and build/improve Zeta's grant-management/tracking system to ensure effective and efficient reporting, • Expand Zeta's base of support among institutional donors by identifying and pursuing additional and new grant opportunities in alignment with Zeta's mission and model, • Support the Head of Development as needed across other fundraising and storytelling priorities in support of organizational priorities (e.g., create other fundraising solicitation materials), • Project manage excellently, working independently to manage projects with many moving parts and various stakeholders Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together. Our team stands united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our Zeta team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. At Zeta: • We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students, • We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback, • We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them, • We are humble, willing to put the team's needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment, • We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details, • Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, • Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses, • 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings, • Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it's up to you!), • 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription, • MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone, • Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine, • Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats, • Clear pathway to professional growth, • Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates, • Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team

Job Description GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF GREATER NEW YORK & NORTHERN NEW JERSEY INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Development Manager, Grants and Communications Reports to: VP, Program Innovation Location: Brooklyn, NY Benefit Classification: Full-Time Benefitted Position Type: FLSA - Exempt About This Role Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion is how we unlock the good in our communities. For over 100 years, we have helped people get jobs, stay employed, and progress in careers across New York and Northern New Jersey. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our workplace. We are committed to fostering our inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and abilities. The Development Manager, Grants & Communications plays a key role in advancing Goodwill’s mission by leading the organization’s grants program and helping tell the story of our impact. This role works closely with a collaborative and mission-driven Development team to secure funding and translate the work happening across Goodwill into clear, compelling communications for funders and partners. The Manager oversees the full lifecycle of grants, from research and proposal development to reporting and stewardship, while also helping shape materials that bring Goodwill’s programs and impact to life for external audiences. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong writer and thoughtful project manager who enjoys connecting mission-driven work with funding opportunities and being part of a supportive, collaborative team working to expand opportunity through the power of work. The Awesome Things You’ll Do Grants Management • Manage the full grant lifecycle including research, proposal development, submission, and reporting, • Maintain grants calendar and track deadlines across foundation and corporate funders, • Coordinate with program and finance teams to gather required information for proposals and reports, • Draft grant proposals, reports, and donor communications, • Develop materials for internal and external audiences including program summaries, impact stories, and briefing materials, • Support stewardship plans for foundation and corporate funders, • Coordinate follow-up communication and reporting for funded grants, • Assist with fundraising initiatives including events, campaigns, and corporate partnerships, • Support volunteer engagement and corporate partnership opportunities, • Help track development activities and fundraising progress across the team This role may require occasional travel to program sites and off-site meetings across New York and Northern New Jersey. Our Must Haves • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Awareness of mission-oriented programs and how to translate from internal to external audiences., • Strong administrative, organizational, and project management functions., • Willingness to be action-oriented, nimble, and responsive to fluctuating priorities., • Keen judgement and decision-making. Qualifications: • 2-5 years of professional experience in development, marketing/communications, and relationship management (non-profit sector preferred), • Sharp judgement, resourcefulness, and ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with donor databases (e.g. Raiser’s Edge/Salesforce) is a plus., • Strong comfort with numbers, data, designing outcomes, and reporting. Special Working Conditions • This role requires some travel to program sites in NY and NJ as well as meetings off site., • Activities are subject to change / be added to meet business needs with management approval., • Writing and editing will be a large part of your job. A cover letter is your first and best chance to show us your abilities. Only applications submitted with a cover letter will be reviewed. Why Join Us This is an exciting opportunity to be at the center of a dynamic, mission-driven team during a period of growth. What We Offer • Generous time off policy to use when you need it, • Health, wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals, • Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance, • Retirement matching programs and contributions, • Transit and commuter benefits You bring the Good in Goodwill We believe in creating space for everyone to do their best work and have individual and collective impact. We believe in challenging the status quo and setting ambitious goals in the name of doing more good. We believe that being your best self and helping others do the same is how we bring our mission alive. Even if you don’t think you meet all the qualifications listed for the job, we would love to hear from you! If you require a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, or if you are unable to apply through our recruitment portal, please contact us at . We are happy to assist and ensure you have an equal opportunity to apply.

Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA’s Department of Strategic Partnerships cultivates relationships with funders, stakeholders, and community members to support CAMBA’s growth and high-quality programming. The Department includes Development, Institutional Giving, and Marketing & Communications. Position: Senior Director of Institutional Giving Reports To: SVP, Development & Communications Location: 1720 Church Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11226/ Hybrid Remote What The Senior Director of Institutional Giving Does: Grant Management & Team Leadership: • In collaboration with the Senior Vice President, sets priorities, goals and grant revenue projections for the institutional giving program, • Handles all stages of the grant cycles for a portfolio of programs, which includes development of Letters of Inquiry (LOIs), proposals and reports for public and private funders, • Liaise between Program staff and Grant Writers, developing a strategy for fundraising priorities and approving requests from Program staff for new grant applications across all CAMBA programs, • Supervise two grant writers with specific portfolios and provides support as needed., • Review grant variance reports for private grants on a quarterly basis and provide summaries to Senior Vice President (SVP.), • Refines and manages all grant-making processes, including grant policies, systems and documentation., • Implement systems to communicate information about new grants across divisions and ensure consistent application of best practices. This will include implementation of a system for communicating information about new grants to staff across divisions. Incorporate best practices and ensures excellent controls., • Oversee transition of grant tracking information into Blackbaud NXT system, ensuring smooth integration and management., • In partnership with the Senior Vice President (SVP), serves as liaison to funders, including answering inquiries and managing site visits., • Partners with Program Managers and the DARE Team (Data Analysis Research & Evaluation) to create compelling grant requests and related outcomes to be tracked by the DARE Team for reporting and renewal requests., • Ensures all reporting requirements are communicated to appropriate staff and monitors progress to ensure goals are met prior to the submission of final reports., • Supports the Fiscal grant budget estimate process. Provides timelines for budget deadlines, as well as grant reporting dates to include final spend-down., • Ensures grant tracking system and calendar is regularly updated using Raiser’s Edge Moves Management platform., • Oversees research and identification of new funding opportunities and foundation and corporate foundation prospects., • Bachelor’s Degree, • Five (5) years of demonstrated success as a grant writer in a mid-sized (500+ employees) organization., • Two (2) years of experience managing a team with direct reports or equivalent experience., • Excellent written & verbal communication, and interpersonal, • Exceptional problem-solving skills., • Able to synthesize data and information into one compelling voice and story., • Strong project management skills, • Familiar with public (NYC, NYS and federal) and private grants and contracts, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Skilled at working across multiple teams and with staff of varying levels of seniority, including executives, to produce timely and high-quality deliverables Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR jCiVQQ9BNo

Part-Time IT Instructor - DOL GAINS Grant. The Learning and Development, the non-credit division of NJIT, seeks an experienced technical instructor for a grant-funded role.