Foundation and Grants Manager

March 19

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Epilepsy Foundation

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Epilepsy Foundation is a non-profit organization that aims to improve the lives of people affected by epilepsy through education, advocacy, research, and connection. They offer a wide range of resources and tools to help understand and manage epilepsy, including seizure recognition and first aid training, advocacy for access to comprehensive healthcare, and support groups for individuals and families. The Foundation also engages in research and innovation to better understand and treat epilepsy and hosts various fundraising and awareness initiatives to support these goals. With a 24/7 helpline, the Epilepsy Foundation offers support and resources to those in need and works to increase awareness and understanding of epilepsy in the community.

awareness • programs • research • advocacy • education

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1968

🤲 Charity

🤝 Non-profit

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

📋 Description

• The Foundation and Grants Manager must have 2-3 years of verifiable full-time experience in identifying, researching, and writing (as the lead author) grant proposals for private and family foundations. • Competitive candidates will have full-time experience as grant writers, with a proven track record as lead authors on successful grant proposals in healthcare, human health, patient advocacy, biotech, or social services within a nonprofit setting. • Their experience should reflect a broad range of grant solicitations, including government, private, and for-profit funding opportunities. • The Foundation and Grants Manager will be responsible for compiling and writing funding requests, developing grant proposals, and identifying prospective funding opportunities. • Overseeing all aspects of grant management, including tracking grant spending, program outcomes, final reporting, and preparing stewardship reports. • The manager collaborates with colleagues across the Foundation to identify and pursue suitable grant opportunities, completing complex and unique proposal requirements.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree • 2-3 years of full-time grant writing experience, preferably in human health or patient advocacy. • At least 2 years of experience in identifying and qualifying grant opportunities. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort in learning new technical systems. • Experience with grant prospecting and tracking software. • Strong knowledge of grant funding as a revenue source and its role in nonprofit positioning. • Understanding of basic fundraising principles, best practices, and industry standards.