Senior Grants Writer, Foundation and Government, Liberty Hill Foundation

Position Title: Senior Grants Writer, Foundation and Government

Reports to: VP, Advancement  

Position: Full-Time

Location: Hybrid-Remote; Los Angeles, California

Salary: $76,000 to $106,000

About Liberty Hill

At Liberty Hill Foundation, we are at the forefront of social change, championing social justice and equity by supporting grassroots movements in communities most affected by systemic oppression. Our mission is to transform lives, communities, and policies, building a more equitable future for all. We are a dynamic team of passionate changemakers, committed to supporting community organizing through our programs: grantmaking, training and capacity building, and alliance building.

Our staff represents a dedicated community of people who are committed to social justice and improving the material conditions in which we live. At Liberty Hill, we’re also committed to our organizational values of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI). 

We embrace the differences and characteristics that make us all unique, and we encourage collaboration as an essential element of our mission to reach our North Star goal—to achieve justice and equity by building power in communities most impacted by systemic oppression.  

The Role

Liberty Hill Foundation is actively seeking a seasoned Senior Grants Writer to assist with Foundation and Government grants. Reporting directly to the VP of Advancement, this pivotal role will involve leading efforts to secure and steward grants from a diverse range of external sources.

As the Senior Grants Writer you will play a crucial role in researching and evaluating grant opportunities and serving as the primary grant writer for the foundation. Your responsibilities will extend to meticulously coordinating the entire lifecycle of grants, from initial prospecting to final closeout.

We are in search of a highly motivated individual with a wealth of experience in preparing and submitting grant proposals. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in navigating grant processes, and have a proven track record of collaborating seamlessly with internal teams to ensure the submission of strong proposals.

If you are passionate about driving positive change through effective grantmaking, we invite you to join our dynamic team at Liberty Hill Foundation.

Impact Areas 

Proposal Submission and Tracking:

• Coordinate the writing, budgeting, and submission of grant proposals, working closely with the program and finance teams.
• Design and oversee the entire lifecycle of grants to ensure all necessary information and documents are organized, and deadlines are met, and assist Finance and Programs teams with grant compliance.
• Maintain comprehensive grant calendars to track deadlines and ensure timely submission of proposals and reports.
• Collaborate with program staff and external partners to gather necessary information and documentation for grant applications and reporting obligations.

Relationship Management:

• Collaborate with the Advancement team and program staff to identify strategic funding opportunities aligned with the organization's priorities and goals. 
• Assist with cultivating and nurturing relationships with foundation and government funders to strengthen partnerships and identify new funding opportunities.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with the Director, Foundation, and Government Grants to align grantmaking activities with programmatic goals and objectives, ensuring synergy and coherence in grant submissions.
• Facilitate regular communication and information sharing between program staff and funders to ensure alignment, transparency, and responsiveness to funder expectations.

Grant Strategy and Evaluation:

• Contribute proactively to short- and long-term strategic planning activities to establish and track fundraising goals from foundation and government grants.
• Support the development of grantmaking strategies and priorities in collaboration with senior leadership and program staff, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and objectives.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and innovations in foundation and government grantmaking to inform the organization's grant strategy development and implementation.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Education: BS/BA Degree or equivalent personal lived/professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in securing and stewarding foundation and government grants, including grant writing, budgeting, and reporting.
• 3+ years of grant writing experience in nonprofit settings managing six and seven-figure grants. Experience with securing federal government grants is a plus. 
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing grants from foundation and government sources.
• Knowledge of the Los Angeles County funding landscape is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in creating grant budgets.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.
• Familiarity with donor management software like Raiser's Edge.
• Proficiency in Office365 and project management tools (e.g., Slack, Asana).
• Dedication to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to achieve shared objectives.
• Strong understanding of social justice issues and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion.

Core Competencies

Communication

Adapts communication style to fit the audience and situation; Simplifies complex information into language and concepts that a broad audience can understand. 

Personal Effectiveness 

Evaluates own behavior and actions and asks for feedback to improve; pursue growth and development. Looks for opportunities and sets goals to enhance skills and knowledge; Responds quickly and effectively to changing situations. Follows through on commitments. 

Execution 

Aligns plans with organization or department strategy; Identifies necessary resources needed to execute plans; Monitors and evaluates progress toward a solution. Adjusts as needed to achieve the desired outcome; Proactively improves processes, systems, and results.

Benefits

Comprehensive coverage for employee healthcare, vision, and dental at 100%.

• Employer contribution and match for 403b retirement savings.

• Stipend to support remote work.

• 10 Days of paid vacation time the first year, and 58 hours of sick time.

• Generous benefit of 22 paid holidays.

• 2 dedicated Volunteer Days.

• Fridays off throughout August.

• Summer Break is the first week in July, and Winter Break is the last two weeks of December.

Liberty Hill operates in a hybrid remote environment with a dedicated coworking space in downtown Los Angeles. While in-person elements vary by function, key elements of this role revolve around face-to-face mentorship, in-person meetings and events, and other components that require physical presence and participation.

Physical Asks

• Ability to engage in a hybrid remote work environment in our shared downtown co-working space or working remotely.
• Must live in Los Angeles County and be available for face-to-face collaboration when necessary. 

How to Apply

Liberty Hill has retained the services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Ranata Reeder at [email protected] ​or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com.

Liberty Hill is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.