Director of Philanthropy - Grants

Description

Director of Philanthropy - Grants

Location: Lexington, KY 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm

Note: This is a hybrid remote position and may be required to work in office upon hire during the introductory period.  

At BCN we are committed to a work setting that treats all team members with fairness, dignity, and respect. We offer our team members an opportunity to grow, to develop professionally, and to work in a team environment. You can help our team make a lasting difference for our families. Join #TeamBCN where your work matters and your time is valued.

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Autonomy in your workday
• Flexible Schedules to support work/life balance (select positions)
• Mileage Reimbursement for work-related driving
• Up to 24 days of PTO accrued within the first year of employment
• 8 Paid Holidays (including day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve)
• Educational Assistance up to $3,000 per year & College Tuition Discounts
• Free Continuing Education Credits

About the role: 

Under the supervision of the VP, Philanthropy & Marketing, the team member in the Director of Philanthropy- Grants position develops, implements, and manages the overall direction of the agency’s grant program and creates content for all written communications to grantors - including grant proposals, grant reports, grant acknowledgements and case statements. The Director of Philanthropy- Grants utilizes writing expertise to tell a specific story to current and prospective philanthropic donors. This position requires high level initiative and ability to work independently to be successful.   

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, five years’ experience in fundraising and a minimum of three (3) years grant management/and proven writing experience required. Federal Grant administration experience preferred. 
• Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.  
• Ability to handle various situations with calmness and stability.  
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.  
• Possess a passion for writing and have the ability to tell a specific story to the audience.  
• Knowledge of data systems and analysis.  
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in confidential matters.  
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend events.  
• Excellent Computer skills.  
• This position does not require the team member to maintain a valid driver’s license or to drive a motor vehicle as a part of their regular assigned duties. However, if the team member does elect to drive a motor vehicle while in the performance of their job duties, they must maintain a valid driver’s license in the state in which they reside, and they must comply with state insurance laws governing liability, property damage, and bodily injury. 
• Team members will be expected to comply with Bluegrass Care Navigators (BCN) Employee Health, infectious disease, and vaccination policies.