Development and Fundraising Grant Writer/Associate

Part-Time Position

Salary: $28 per hour

The Center for Independence of the Disabled in New York (CIDNY) is a leading organization promoting the full inclusion of people with disabilities in New York City. Founded in 1978, we now serve more than 50,000 individuals with one-on-one assistance.

We advance the civil rights of people with disabilities, organize for change, and develop new leaders. We educate people with disabilities about their rights and the public about disability literacy to reduce stigma. We help people with disabilities develop their own road map to meet goals they have identified to better their lives. We offer benefits advisement, enrollment, navigational assistance and problem-solving help related to housing, health, food, transportation and other services. We help individuals in transitioning home from institutions and youth transitioning to adult life. We are a disability-led organization, the majority of our Board and staff are people with disabilities.

About the Position:

As the Development and Fundraising Associate, you will be responsible for assisting the Development and Fundraising Manager with developing and executing a development plan to increase revenue that will include seasonal appeals, foundation grants, responses to RFPs, and other development projects.

Reports to: Manager of Development and Fundraising

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and execute an agency development plan including strategies for meeting annual development goals and increasing capacity to meet higher goals.
• Assist with the development of annual appeal letters in consultation with the Board and Executive Director.
• Manage donor lists, prepare acknowledgement letters to donors, advise Board solicitors of the engagement of their donors, and maintain meticulous donor records with the Development Manager.
• Assist with the creation of development related data to document outcomes and progress.
• Research and respond to foundation grant opportunities and RFPs, write grant/contract drafts, and coordinate with the Executive Director and other relevant staff.
• Assist the Development Manager with cultivating major donors and increase effectiveness of others engaged in soliciting donors.
• Assist the Development Manager to ensure that the agency provides complete and timely reports to funders.
• Assist the Development Manager with collaborating with the senior directors in direct service, policy and advocacy, and education to develop grant deliverable reports and final reports to funders.
• All other responsibilities deemed necessary by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• An advanced degree, certification or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of experience in non-profit fundraising, grant writing, and other forms of development with demonstrated successes.
• Experience with online and in-person solicitation.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative with colleagues.
• Ability to increase skills and motivation among Board members.
• Self-directed, able to take initiative, multi-task.
• Experience with Diversity and Inclusion including ability to interact with people with disabilities, people who are Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Asian American, and LGBTQ team members.
• Manage a Donor Fundraising database - preferably Bloomerang

We conform to all laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION AND BOOSTER.

How to apply:

Please send a thoughtful cover letter, a one page grant writing sample, and your resume to Claire Wyckoff, Manager of Development and Fundraising. Do not send by fax.

Please use the job title as email header. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Must be vaccinated and boosted. Must wear mask in office.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York, NY 10018: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10018

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