Associate Grant Writer
hace 24 días
Trenton
Job Description About Children's Home Society of New Jersey For more than a century, the Children’s Home Society of New Jersey (CHSofNJ) has been a trusted leader in strengthening children, families, and communities across the state. Founded in 1894, CHSofNJ has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of New Jersey’s families—combining deep compassion with evidence-based, culturally responsive services. Today, CHSofNJ delivers a wide range of programs. These include early childhood education, adoption and permanency services, maternal and child health initiatives, counseling, clinical services, and community-based family supports. Our work is grounded in equity, prevention, and partnership. Support comes from public funding, private philanthropy, and foundation investment. CHSofNJ is a dynamic, mission-driven organization. We are building a strong Advancement Team to sustain and grow our impact. We seek an exceptional Grant Writing Associate to help further this work. Salary: $58,000 - $61,000/per year Benefits: 403(b), PTO, Health, dental, Life, LTD Position Summary The Grant Writing Associate plays a critical role in securing public and private funding to support CHSofNJ’s programs and strategic priorities. This position is ideal for a strong writer and researcher who thrives in a fast-paced nonprofit environment, is comfortable managing multiple deadlines, and brings experience with government and foundation grants. Reporting to the Administrative Supervisor of Grants and Program Development, the Grant Writing Associate will support the full grants lifecycle, from research and prospecting through proposal development, submission, and reporting, while maintaining accurate records in CHSofNJ’s CRM and grants management systems. Key Responsibilities Grant Research & Prospecting • Identify, research, and track government, foundation, and corporate grant opportunities aligned with CHSofNJ’s programs and mission., • Monitor funding trends, RFPs, and policy changes affecting public and private grantmaking., • Draft clear, compelling, and funder-aligned grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and concept papers., • Collaborate with program, finance, and leadership teams to gather data, narratives, budgets, and outcomes., • Assist with post-award reporting, renewals, and compliance documentation., • Track submissions, awards, reporting deadlines, and outcomes using CRM and grants management systems., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in CRM systems and shared grant files., • Support internal communication across departments to ensure grant alignment and readiness. Required: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, • Demonstrated experience writing and supporting government and/or foundation grants, • Strong research skills with the ability to analyze funder priorities and eligibility, • Excellent written communication skills with a keen eye for detail and clarity, • Experience using CRM systems or grants management platforms, • 2+ years of grant writing or grants administration experience in a nonprofit or public sector setting, • Familiarity with human services, early childhood, health, or family-focused programs, • A proactive, organized self-starter who takes ownership of assignments, • A strong collaborator who values teamwork and shared success, • A writer who can translate program impact into compelling funding narratives, • Be part of a historic organization with statewide impact., • Contribute directly to programs that improve the lives of children and families., • Work within a collaborative, mission-driven, and evolving organization Monday to Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM 35 Hours Per Week