Grants and Foundations Officer

**Regular - Full Time**

**Position: Grants and Foundations Officer**

**Reports to: Director, Corporate Partnerships**

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is **_to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature_** and our purpose is **_Science for All._**

Our people are our greatest asset. As part of our team, you will become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

**Position Description**:
As a member of the Development Team this position is primarily responsible for fundraising activities related to corporate and government grants, public & private foundations. This position requires the ability to foster and develop Science World as a BC-based charitable organization that engages people of all ages in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, and Math) literacy.

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Partnerships, the Grants and Foundations Officer will develop, write and submit compelling grant requests and reports, establish and maintain personal contact with foundation and grant contacts, conduct prospect research, and maintain a calendar of submissions and other deadlines for all grants. In a team-based, dynamic environment they will provide support of events and special projects as requested.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Retain and grow a portfolio of strategic grant and foundation partnerships including prospect identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship in support of Science World’s mission
- Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to research, prepare, write and submit, acknowledge and manage grant proposals to all potential funding sources including municipal, provincial, federal, corporate, public and private/family foundations
- Distribute impact communication reports to donors and submit required reports for existing grants
- Assemble and submit grant requests, including letters of inquiry, proposals, budgets, reports and presentations
- Develops an annual work plan with the Director, Corporate Partnerships that includes activities, financial targets and timelines
- Establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with funders
- Maintain a current calendar and record in Raiser’s Edge to track activities, manage pipeline, and report on status
- Prioritizes projects to keep multiple projects moving in a timely manner, meet deadlines and manage supplemental material required for proposals
- Gather and track statistics when relevant to grants including liaising with other Science World internal departments for proposal preparation and reporting requirements
- Conducts prospect research for other team members and stays current on prospective donors and the marketplace
- Participates in overall department strategies and events to continue to increase fundraising revenue and cultivate a culture of philanthropy
- Promote a culture that is donor-centric, where requests from internal and external stakeholders are responded to with a high degree of urgency, professionalism and accuracy
- Operate within the philosophy, culture, and values of Science World
- Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Responsibility:

- Direct responsibility for meeting the foundation and grant revenue goals as part of the Development strategy
- High level of involvement, collaboration and communication with staff across the organization
- Must effectively manage all relationships to ensure a positive impact to Science World’s bottom line and community reputation
- Embrace and demonstrate the core values of the organization

**Qualifications**:

- University degree in Communications, English, Writing or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Minimum 3 years related Development/Advancement or related experience
- Proven experience in grant writing, research and communication
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive grants
- Proficient in MS Office programs, CRM and research databases (e.g. Raisers Edge, Grant Connect, Foundation Search) and in conducting on-line research

Must demonstrate the following:

- Demonstrated success in strategic proposal development, grant and foundation solicitation, gift closure, stewardship and grant reporting
- Highly developed research, writing and editing skills
- Good attention to detail and strong research skills
- Strong strategic and operational skills, with the