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Universal Community Health Center · 2 months ago

Non Profit Org-Grant Writer & Development Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

5+ years exp

Universal Community Health Center is dedicated to advancing healthcare access and equity. They are seeking a Grant Writer and Development Coordinator responsible for researching and writing grant proposals, managing awarded grants, and coordinating donor communications to support fundraising efforts.

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Responsibilities

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 fund raising 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

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

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

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

Qualification

Grant writingNonprofit funding knowledgeProject managementMicrosoft OfficeGoogle SuiteDonor databasesHealth equity commitmentVerbal communicationAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Associate's degree with five years of relevant experience in nonprofit or human services

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

Ability to sit, talk, hear, and use standard office equipment regularly

Occasional travel to offsite meetings and community events may be required

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

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