Grant Writer Staff

We are seeking dedicated volunteer grant writers to write grant proposals for our 100% volunteer-run non-profit charitable organization, RPG Research.

EXPECTATIONS

1. The Grant Writer will write coherent, organized, and compelling grant proposals.
2. Use various sites, tools, and resources to find appropriate grants.
3. You will apply your knowledge of fundraising methods and plans to reach income goals.
4. You will collaborate with team members in the organization to assist with other fundraising projects, and develop relationships with key stakeholders.
5. To ensure success you need to write well, have proficient knowledge of grant-based fundraising methods, and be committed to the mission you are representing. 
6. As with all positions at RPG Research, this is an unpaid volunteer position.

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RPG Research is a 100% volunteer-run international 501(c)3 non-profit research & human services charitable organization studying the effects of music and role-playing games, and their potential to improve quality of life for people around the world. http://www.rpgresearch.com

RPG Research has been involved with role-playing games since the 1970s and researching their effects since 1983. We have also helped run programs in schools since 1985, and in therapeutic settings since 2004. We have been offering the world's most comprehensive repository of research information on role-playing games, freely and openly, online since 2004.

Our volunteer staff is the lifeblood of our organization. Our wonderful volunteers help us maintain our extensive research archives consisting of thousands of content items, run our community programs, create original research, and help us continue to grow so we can help improve more lives around the world.

Preferred applicants are deadline-driven team players with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Research and identify grant opportunities based on funding amount needed, location, and organization project
2. Track and create a calendar of grant opportunities – including deadline dates, required materials, etc
3. Complete and submit grant applications to secure funding
4. Successfully understand and communicate mission and vision of company applying for the grant
5. Maintain chart of grant applications: including grants applied to, status of application, grant deadlines
6. Communicate with foundations, if needed, to confirm an organization is applicable to apply for funding
7. Identify all requirements of grant to ensure all necessary attachments are submitted on time
8. Prioritize grants to apply for (based on size of grant and time funding is released)
9. Writing, submitting, and managing grant proposals.
10. Furnishing prospective gran providers with supporting documents.
11. Collaborating with Executive Director and Director of Development to send grant provider newsletters, and to promote on-site tours.
12. Developing relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders.
13. Displaying adherence to organization’s mission.
14. Maintaining proficient knowledge of the organization’s history and programs.
15. Assisting with the execution of the development department's strategy.
16. Collaborating with the Director of Development to compile annual report.
17. Maintaining records in hard copies and computer databases.
18. 3 to 6 hours per week commitment (do not exceed 10 hours per week)
19. Minimum 6 months commitment

REQUIREMENTS

1. 6+ months grant writing experience.
2. Proficient with measuring and reaching income goals.
3. Excellent work ethics and track record of follow through to completion on tasks and projects
4. Excellent knowledge of fundraising information sources.
5. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Strong people skills.
7. Excellent organizational skills.
8. Ability to meet deadlines.

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Job Types: Volunteer. Part-time. Optional Internship.

Salary: $0.00 /hour (volunteer, no pay, but free training)