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<P><B><FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">Please do not respond to this posting via your reply button. It WILL NOT get to the right person and I will not forward the inquiry. Contact info at bottom of page.</FONT></B></P>
<P><B><FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">JOB OPPORTUNITY</FONT></B>
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<P><B><FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">TITLE: </FONT></B> <FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">Part-time Grant Writer</FONT>
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<P><B><FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">DEPARTMENT:</FONT></B> <FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">Relationships</FONT>
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<P><B><FONT FACE="Palatino Linotype">JOB SUMMARY:</FONT></B> <FONT FACE="Times New Roman">The Grant Writer for Proctors and Capital Rep is critical to the fundraising efforts for these two regional arts organizations, which function under a management agreement. The Grant Writer focuses on foundation, corporate, municipal, state and federal grant opportunities under $25,000 to identify and secure grant funding for various theatre initiatives. Developing an in-depth knowledge of each organization’s activities and needs is crucial to research potential funding opportunities. The two Theatres are seeking an experienced writer who can tell the story of each of these arts organizations in a compelling way, to highlight the organization’s accomplishments, as well as the existing needs addressed in the community.</FONT></P>
<P><B><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">JOB DUTIES:</FONT></B> <FONT FACE="Times New Roman">(include but are not limited to the following) Write and submit grant proposals and applications to foundation, corporate, and governmental sources of support. Investigate various grant application processes, establish a network of grant prospects, research the history and focus areas of grants at corporations and foundations. Assist in monitoring progress towards goals and objectives agreed upon in contracts with funding sources. Continuously identify new funding sources. Oversee grant tracking for both organizations and evaluation processes to ensure compliance with funders’ requirements. Plus other duties as assigned.</FONT></P>
<P><B><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">QUALIFICATIONS: </FONT></B>
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<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Bachelors Degree required. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Minimum 3-5 years experience in grant writing. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Strong knowledge of local, state and federal foundations, key arts funders and familiarity with theatre and arts proposal writing. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals. Strong editing skills. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills and an ability to work with all levels of administration required.</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Attention to detail. Ability to meet deadlines. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Knowledge of fundraising information sources. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies. </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for fundraising prospect research.</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Flexible hours and work schedule.</FONT></LI>
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<P><FONT FACE="Courier New">Please send resume and references to Dan Hanifin, Director of Relationships c/o Proctors, 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 or </FONT><A HREF="mailto:dhanifin@proctors.org"><U><FONT COLOR="#19429A" FACE="Courier New">dhanifin@proctors.org</FONT></U></A><FONT FACE="Courier New">. No phone calls, please.</FONT></P>
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