GRANT PROPOSAL WRITER
Posting Number: SRGV7882
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: McAllen, Texas
Department: Development
FLSA: Exempt
Scope of Job:
Responsible for the development, writing, and editing of assigned
grant proposals and reports. Provides assistance in identifying
funding sources to support existing and planned program activities.
Provides guidance on funding opportunity protocols, regulations,
and requirements to assigned researchers.
Description of Duties:
- Researches and identifies private, corporate and foundation
funding prospects.
- Edits proposals and supporting documents following funder
guidelines in response to requests for proposals or as part of
solicitation strategy.
- Responsible for analytical and technical writing support,
demonstrating proficient editing expertise and strategic
communication skills.
- Working with the Grant Development Manager, ensures the timely
submission of grant proposals.
- Edits reports for foundations, corporations, and other
funders.
- Acts as a liaison with program staff in different University
departments.
- Identifies funding opportunities and new program areas to match
institutional priorities, using research tools.
- Ensures that all proposals are compliant with university policy
and collaborates with the Office of Sponsored Programs when
appropriate.
- Assists in the planning and development of special projects
associated with grant submissions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received:
General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given:
Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education:
| Bachelor’s degree in English, Communication, Business, or related
field from an accredited university.| None.
Preferred Education:
N/A
Licenses/Certifications:
None.
Required Experience:
Three (3) years of related work experience with a proven track
record in grant writing and program development.
Preferred Experience:
Experience in higher education setting.
Equipment:
Use of standard office equipment
Working Conditions:
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties.
Office Environment; ability to work weekends and/or evenings as
needed; occasional travel is required within the Lower Rio Grande
Valley and minimal out of town travel.
Other:
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in fast-paced and diverse
settings; demonstrated grant research skills; excellent
communication skills, both written and verbal; excellent command of
the English language; a willingness to think critically and work
independently on those tasks delegated to their care; proficiency
in computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
Physical Capabilities: N/A
Employment Category: Full-Time
Minimum Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date: 10/24/2024
Grant Funded Position: No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date:
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to
promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all
individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex,
age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In
accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is
committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures
non-discrimination in its education programs and activities,
including employment. We encourage women, minorities and
differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of
interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for
redacting any confidential information from the documents you
attach with your application. The confidential information includes
the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make
sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are
advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application
to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas
Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting
applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after
meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you
have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)
665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information:
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is
subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background
check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval
from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
To apply, visit https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/45374
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