National Grant Writer

6 days ago


Remote, Canada Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada Full time

**National Grant writer (contract)**

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is seeking a **National Grant Writer **to support new and exiting program activities and the development, writing and submission of grant proposals. As a key member of the National Fund Development team the Grants Writer/Proposal Writer plays an essential role in supporting and achieving the national fundraising and strategic partnership activities.

Why BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CANADA?

Since 1912, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been a social justice champion making a positive difference in the lives of Canada’s children and youth. Through the “power of three”-the family; the organization; and the mentor-we provide children with the life-changing developmental relationships they need to reach their full potential.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada enables life-changing mentorship relationships to ignite the power and potential of young people. With 90+ member agencies serving more than 1,100 communities across Canada, each year we help over 26,000 young people access the transformative benefits of mentoring relationships with caring, trained volunteers. Our national organization provides services and programs to our membership agencies to assist them in their work with parents, caregivers, school communities, mentees, and volunteers.

Our staff and volunteers support diverse young Canadians by providing a safe passage through childhood. We help children overcome adversities and provide opportunities for them to grow and thrive as young adults.

What will you be doing in this role?

This is an 12-18 hours per week position that reports to the National Vice President, Fund Development, and Marketing. This is a part time opportunity to support BBBSC National Fund Development Team. The Grant Writer will:

- Provide grant writing and development services to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada
- Conduct additional prospect research to identify new opportunities that align with the Big Brothers Big Sisters mission and vision.
- Carry out additional ongoing prospecting to identify new funding opportunities through corporate, foundation and government funding opportunities, grant planning, strategy and development.
- Participate in internal team meetings as required.
- Performing other tasks or duties as assigned.

**WHY YOU?**

You care about igniting the potential in children and youth.

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- A degree/certification in the field of Communications, Journalism, Creative Writing Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in the field
- Demonstrate measurable results and personal performance in grant writing initiatives.
- Understand the funding mechanisms that assist national and not-for-profit charities.
- Experience in writing government grants, researching and securing grants.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office particularly, Excel, PowerPoint along with Adobe Acrobat; Knowledge of Grant Connect or similar platforms an asset.
- Robust writing skills with experience writing reports and detail oriented.
- Experience working within a Federated model, charities and/or not-for-profit organizations.
- Fluency in speaking, writing, and reading in English.
- Ability to communicate complex terminology and services to diverse stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on ensuring principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion are respected.
- Highly motivated, resourceful, and eager to contribute.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**

If accommodation if required during the hiring process, please inform the hiring committee once selected for an interview. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Although BBBSC works in a remote environment, there will be opportunities to for the staff to connect and engage periodically at in-person BBSC meetings and external events.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $40.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 18 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 2024-03-30
Expected start date: 2024-03-18


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