Non Profit Org-Grant Writer & Development Coordinator Job at Universal Community

Non Profit Org-Grant Writer & Development Coordinator

The Grant Writer and Development Coordinator plays a key role in advancing UCHC’s fundraising and development goals. This position is responsible for researching and writing compelling grant proposals, supporting the submission of funding requests, and coordinating donor communication and stewardship activities. The Coordinator is also responsible for tracking and, in collaboration with the Senior Manager, managing awarded grants, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements, and supporting campaign planning and donor engagement efforts.

The ideal candidate brings strong writing skills, attention to detail, and a desire to learn more about healthcare and public health systems. This role is well-suited for someone who wants to grow within the field of nonprofit development and is motivated by work that impacts communities historically excluded from care.

Pay Scale: $56,000 to $60,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Grant Research, Writing, and Submission

• Research funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies that align with UCHC’s mission and priorities.
• Lead proposal development and submission, including LOIs, narratives, budgets, and supporting documents.
• Collaborate with development, program, communications, and finance teams to develop strong applications.
• Complete and submit proposals/LOIs, meeting assigned fundraising goal in grant submissions annually.
• Maintain a library of common documents including IRS forms, staff bios, organizational backgrounders, and financial statements and update as needed.

Grants Administration and Reporting

• Maintain the master calendar of grant deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements.
• Support post-award grant planning by collaborating with internal teams to align deliverables, staffing, and implementation strategies.
• Track grant deliverables and outcomes.
• Coordinate with program staff and finance team to ensure grant compliance, budget tracking, and data collection.
• Draft interim and final grant reports with finance and program staff in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of all grant communications.
• Proactively identify potential compliance issues and communicate risk to senior leadership.

Development Support and Donor Stewardship

• Assist in gift processing, acknowledgment letters, and donor tracking in CRM.
• Maintain the CRM system, including data entry, running reports, and ensuring data accuracy.
• Support monthly and seasonal donor communications, including e-blasts, mailers, and social media content.
• Help cultivate new corporate sponsors and funding partners.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of two annual fundraising events and related donor campaigns.

Community Engagement and Collaboration

• Assist with coordinating and representing UCHC at partner events and community forums as needed.
• Support relationship-building with local organizations and funders whose priorities align with UCHC’s mission.
• Assist in identifying and implementing collaborative initiatives or coalition work with peer organizations.

Education

• Associate’s degree with five years of relevant experience in nonprofit or human services.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., English, Communications, Public Health) with at least two years of grant writing or fundraising experience.

Skills

• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of nonprofit funding sources and familiarity with grant guidelines and application processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and donor databases.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and external partners.
• Interest in or commitment to learning more about community health and healthcare systems.
• Commitment to health equity and the mission of community-based care.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, talk, hear, and use standard office equipment regularly.
• Occasional travel to offsite meetings and community events may be required.

Work Environment

• Hybrid in-person and remote work environment.
• Standard office setting with access to clinic locations and community-based programming.
• Occasionally attend events or meetings outside of regular business hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Universal Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, national origin, or any other protected characteristic as defined under applicable state, federal, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.