The Organization:

At CrossPurpose, we believe in being all-in, putting down deep roots in a community, and loving neighbors even when it costs us. We believe in telling people the truth, even when it hurts. These are just some of our values, and we take them very seriously. CrossPurpose is a faith-based organization affiliated with Providence Bible Church, and we believe that the non-profit organization, working in tandem with the local church, most fully reflects God’s kingdom. As an employee of CrossPurpose, you will be joining a Christian community on a mission to abolish all forms of poverty in Denver. If you are just interested in a job, this opportunity is not for you. If you are looking for a way to live out your purpose, read on. We actively strive for diversity in our workforce. To learn more about who we are and what we do, check out https://www.crosspurpose.org/about-us/.

CrossPurpose has been selected as one of Denver's Best Places to Work by the Denver Business Journal!

The Position:

In support of the Development Department, the Senior Grant Specialist will be responsible for the grant lifecycle, including researching, drafting, and submitting proposals to secure funding from foundations and corporations. The Grant Specialist will manage the subsequent implementation and compliance of awarded grants. This role is crucial in helping our organization meet its financial goals and support our programs and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of grant writing, exceptional research, writing, and organizational skills, a passion for our faith-based mission, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. 

Responsibilities:

• Research, draft, and submit high-quality proposals to foundation, corporate, and government funders. 
• Gather data, outcomes, and narratives from internal teams to support proposals and reports. 
• Maintain a grant calendar and ensure compliance with all deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Track submissions, progress, and reporting in Salesforce and Asana.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant statistics, trends, and information to enhance the quality and relevance of proposals.
• Oversee awarded grants, ensuring timely reporting, compliance, and deliverable completion.
• Coordinate with program and operations teams to support effective execution of grant-funded work.
• Provide support to the development team during high-volume periods and special initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as needed to advance organizational goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred. 
• Passion for CrossPurpose’s faith-based mission.
• Two to five years of experience in grant writing or in related fields such as technical writing, journalism, or nonprofit communications.
• Proven ability to tailor writing for a range of audiences, including foundations, corporate partners, individual donors, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Experience with CRM and project management tools, including Salesforce and Asana. 
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Excel, along with the ability to interpret and present data. 
• Working knowledge of AI tools that support the grant writing process.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to establish and maintain efficient tracking and follow-up systems.
• Availability for evening/weekend events and meetings, as needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 

Salary & Benefits:

• Hours: 40+ hours/week: generally Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.  Additional hours for events as needed. 
• Starting Salary: $59,000 - $70,800 Annually (Administrative Specialist III) 
• Vacation: 15 days per year, plus the office is closed Christmas Day - New Year's Day, and staff have limited duties  
• Sick Days: 6 days per year  
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, workers' compensation, unemployment, short-term disability, long-term disability  
• These and other benefits are discussed in more detail in our Employee Handbook.

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