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Tampa Museum of Art · 1 week ago

Grant Writer and Foundations Relations Specialist

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Tampa Museum of Art (TMA) is seeking a Grant Writer and Foundation Relations Specialist to help support the mission of the museum by finding funding to underwrite the costs of exhibitions, educational and outreach programming, and the capital campaign. This role involves maintaining existing funding relationships and prospecting new grant opportunities while drafting and finalizing proposals and reports.

ArtMuseums and Historical SitesTraining

Responsibilities

Explore, identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with new and existing corporate, foundation, and government funders to maximize funding from local, state, and federal agencies

Lead research and identify grant opportunities with the support of the Director of Development, providing analyses and timelines for new grants while measuring the mission of the funder to project the possibility of success in securing funding

Prepare drafts and finalize all written materials, including proposals, letters of inquiry, letter of intent, and abstracts

Work closely with various TMA departments to tell compelling stories about TMA our outreach and service to families, the Tampa Community, the State of Florida, and the Southeast region

Create strong and manageable deliverables in line with grant requests, the production of budgets and financial reports with the support of Curatorial and Finance Departments

Coordinate with the Finance Department for accurate accounting and reconciliation of commitments

Work with the Data Specialist to utilize the Raiser’s Edge database to maintain thorough records to record grant making initiatives

Manage a grants calendar to ensure strict adherence to grant submission deadlines and accurate, timely reporting

Prepare consistent and accurate materials to present a unified voice for the Museum as we grow, and grants become a larger portion of the financial portfolio

Ensure relevant staff members are aware of grant deliverables and funding levels to both execute on designated programming and provide measurables

Maintain effective communication with funders throughout the year, ensuring they are well-informed and involved

Provide senior management with regular progress reports

Qualification

Grant writingFundraising knowledgeRaiser’s EdgeMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsTechnical proficiencySpanish proficiencyAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration