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St. Augustine Preparatory Academy · 4 weeks ago

Grants and Research Specialist

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy is a community-focused institution dedicated to holistic education and excellence. The Grants and Research Specialist will collaborate with the team to develop fundraising proposals, manage grant submissions, and conduct research to expand the donor pipeline.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Research and identify potential grant opportunities that align with Aug Prep priorities

Manage and maintain the grants calendar, ensuring timely submissions and reporting on annual grants and reports

Write, edit, and prepare high-quality proposals, letters of inquiry, and grant reports

Collaborate with program and finance teams to gather relevant data, budgets, and outcomes for proposals and reports

Maintain accurate records of all grant activity in the donor database

Support the Development team with donor cultivation and stewardship through the creation of clear and compelling written materials

Track, analyze, and summarize funding requirements and trends among current and potential funders

Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents/guardians, and community members, maintaining positive, solution-oriented relationships that foster a strong, inclusive environment for optimal learning

Continuously seek professional growth through building and department meetings/professional development, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars/in-services

Serve with a flexible, open heart that recognizes no duty is outside the scope of your role--we are a team that is stronger together in service of our students

Qualification

Grant writingResearch skillsData analysisDonor database managementEffective communicationProfessionalismTeam playerIntegrity

Required

Hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and/or have a minimum of one to three years of experience in writing for development/fundraising, communications, media relations, or a related field

Active participation in a Christian church

Effective oral and written communication skills

Demonstrate outstanding writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including the ability to prepare materials for different audiences and purposes, including 'ghost writing' for senior leaders, staff, and volunteers

Demonstrate ability to handle multiple projects and produce high-quality results in a timely manner and to work both collaboratively and independently

Interact effectively with a wide variety of people

Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and with minimal supervision

Team player committed to the St. Augustine Preparatory mission and model

The candidate must demonstrate and possess the highest integrity and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Prep