Volunteer Grant Researcher - Remote, Canada - Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic

Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic

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Remote, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Summary

Are you passionate about supporting survivors of gender-based violence and making a meaningful impact? Join the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic as a Volunteer Grant Researcher and contribute your skills to help secure funding for our vital initiatives.

This is an unpaid volunteer position.

Responsibilities

Research and identify grant opportunities that align with our mission, vision, projects, and services
Make recommendations about possible funding sources from foundations, corporations, and other sources.
Collaborate with the team to identify funding needs and support alternative funding requests.
Liaise with program staff to ensure that grant proposals accurately convey program activities, outcomes, and budget needs.
When needed, assist in following up on grant submissions, engaging with funders as necessary, and providing timely reporting on grantrelated activities.
When needed, assist in the development of necessary accounting, budget reporting and tracking systems for grant proposals or awarded grants and alternate funds.

Knowledge & Experience

Ability to conduct thorough research and identify suitable grant opportunities.
Strong written communication skills and the ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.
Strong editing skills, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and knowledge of grant information sources.
Experience with proposal writing and knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
Possess strong oral and interpersonal skills to be able to communicate with potential organizations and/or government contacts on the desired grant.
A passion for feminism and social justice backed up by an informed point of view and a thorough understanding of the Clinic's mission, vision, values, and services.
Passion for nonprofit work and a strong commitment to creating positive social impact.

Technology Capabilities Requirement