Position Title: Community Impact Grant Writer

Location: Lake Simcoe, Ontario
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The Partnership is open to flexible work arrangements and encourages applicants who are interested in part-time, casual, or contract opportunities to apply.

We’re growing our team and looking for a Community Impact Grant Writer!

Organization Overview:
The Lake Simcoe Partnership is a not-for-profit organization tasked with driving economic development in Lake Simcoe. The Partnership initiates, leads, and contributes to sustainable economic growth in Lake Simcoe by fostering a culture of collaboration, navigating organizations to the resources they need, and engaging in meaningful economic development projects. The Partnership is committed to empowering community impact organizations to thrive and make a meaningful difference in the region. Our mission is to equip these organizations with the necessary resources to enhance their capacity, ensuring sustainable operations and fostering greater community impact.

About you:
We are seeking an individual who is passionate about driving positive change in Lake Simcoe and values the mission of empowering community impact organizations (CIOs) for sustainable and meaningful contributions to the community. You will be supporting the development of a critical new area of focus for the Partnership so will need to come with an entrepreneurial mindset and be a strategic thinker with excellent planning skills.

You bring your strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by local non-profits to the role and can effectively communicate their missions to potential funders. You have excellent research and organizational skills to be able to build and maintain a database of funding programs and match them with the needs of CIAs.

With demonstrated successful grant writing experience, and understanding of funding processes and best practices you will be able to assist community impact organizations in developing compelling grant proposals.
You have a commitment to working collaboratively, can adapt to changing circumstances, and work independently and as part of the team. We value resilience and the ability to find innovative solutions and are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

About the Position:
We are seeking a dedicated Grant Writer with a passion for community impact to join our team. This position will primarily focus on supporting Community Impact Organizations in Lake Simcoe by identifying funding opportunities and crafting successful grant proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Community Impact Organizations in Lake Simcoe to understand their funding needs and programmatic objectives.

• Research funding opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other sources that align with the missions of local non-profits.

• Develop tailored grant proposals that effectively communicate the impact and value of Community Impact Organizations' programs and initiatives.

• Provide guidance and support to organizations throughout the grant application process, including reviewing proposal drafts, gathering necessary information, and ensuring compliance with funder requirements.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of grant opportunities, deadlines, and funding trends relevant to Community Impact Organizations in Lake Simcoe.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with funders, donors, and other stakeholders to expand funding opportunities for local non-profits.

• Assist organizations in developing grant budgets and financial projections as needed.
  Monitor grant-funded programs and projects to ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations.

• Ensure that all grant applications are submitted accurately and on time, adhering to all requirements and guidelines set forth by the funding agencies.

• Maintain organized records of grant applications, awards, and reporting deadlines.

 

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary education in a relevant field.

• Experience in community outreach, relationship-building, and project management.

• Strong understanding of the community impact sector and funding landscape.

• Proven experience in grant writing, preferably in a non-profit or academic setting

• Knowledge of funding processes, grant proposal development, social enterprise development, and non-profit leadership.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Commitment to sustainability, capacity building, and maximizing community impact.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Familiarity with Lake Simcoe and its community dynamics is an asset.

 

Our Commitment:
We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles. Our team is dedicated to building a community where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our collective success. We are committed to conducting a Gender Based Analysis Plus process in all programming and initiatives undertaken.

If you require any accommodations in submitting your application or navigating the process, please reach out to: Darryl McGregor, Manager, Strategic Initiatives at

 

Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to complete the Expression of Interest questionnaire, please contact us to receive

The Lake Simcoe Partnership is an equal-opportunity employer.

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