Development Associate (Grant Writer) - (Los Angeles, CA)

Job DescriptionSUMMARY OF DUTIES:Coordinates fundraising strategies and oversees fundraising programs. Creates fundraising goals and solicits funds to meet these goals. RESPONSIBILITIES:Identifies new donors and funding streams and organizes initiatives to solicit funding.Responsible for developing major gift opportunitiesResponsible for researching and writing grant proposalsResponsible for ensuring awarded grant follow up is fulfilledResponsible for developing and giving effective presentations to potential fundersAssist in managing the organization's databaseAssist in coordinating fundraising events. REQUIREMENTS & BACKGROUND:Should be outgoing, confident, persuasive communicatorsStrong background in fundraising strategiesExperience in government contractsExperienced Grant Researcher and WriterRelies on extensive background and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices