Grant Writer

Description:

The Heritage Museum of Asian Art (HMAA) is currently seeking a part-time Grant Writer to oversee the organization's fundraising endeavors. Reporting to the Executive Director and working collaboratively, the selected candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing HMAA's fundraising initiatives in alignment with its growth trajectory.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Grant Writing 80%:

• Develop and maintain relationships with foundation and government grant-making entities to secure funding opportunities
• Research grant opportunities and manage grant application timelines from data collection to submission to reporting
• Draft the preparation of grant proposals and progress reports.
• Maintain an updated grants calendar.
• Maintain an active grant portfolio and strive to be working on minimum of 2 grants per month

Fundraising Strategy 20%:

• Develop and implement a strategy to sustain a substantial base of annual individual donors.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to craft HMAA's annual fundraising strategy.
• Provide support to the Executive Director and Board of Directors in executing fundraising activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's degree is required (Master's degree preferred).
• Demonstrated success in grant application and acquisition.
• Proficiency in written and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to coordinate teams and thrive in a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and fast-paced setting.
• Strong skills in personnel management.

COMPENSATION

This position entails a dedication of 2-3 days per week, compensated hourly. The specific schedule will be established through discussions with the Executive Director.