Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Love For Animals Outreach
Job overview
The Grants Specialist role at Love For Animals Outreach is a full-time remote position focused on securing funding through grant research, proposal writing, and managing the grant application process to support the organization's projects.
Responsibilities and impact
The Grants Specialist will research funding sources, write and submit grant proposals, manage grant applications, maintain grant records, ensure compliance, oversee budgeting for grant projects, and communicate regularly with internal teams and external funders.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have strong analytical skills, budgeting experience, proficiency in proposal writing and research, excellent communication, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and preferably experience in nonprofit or fundraising work, along with a relevant bachelor's degree and capability to work independently remotely.
Work environment and culture
The role is fully remote, implying a flexible work environment with emphasis on independent work and communication.
Job location and travel
This is a full-time remote position, allowing work from any location.
Company overview
Love For Animals Outreach is a nonprofit organization dedicated to animal welfare, focusing on rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned or mistreated animals while also promoting responsible pet ownership through community education. The organization generates funding primarily through donations, grants, fundraising events, and partnerships with local businesses and animal lovers. Since its founding, Love For Animals Outreach has built a reputation for impactful outreach programs, volunteer engagement, and collaboration with shelters and veterinary services to maximize its reach. Candidates should be aware of its commitment to humane treatment, advocacy for spaying and neutering, and active involvement in local animal welfare initiatives. Joining the team means contributing to a compassionate mission that directly improves the lives of animals and the communities they live in.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in researching funding sources, writing compelling grant proposals, and managing the entire grant application process, as these are core responsibilities for the Grants Specialist role at Love For Animals Outreach.
Emphasize your strong analytical skills, budgeting experience, and your ability to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with grant requirements, which are critical for success in this position.
Apply through multiple channels including Love For Animals Outreach’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of securing an interview.
Connect with employees in the grants or fundraising divisions at Love For Animals Outreach on LinkedIn; ice breakers could include asking about recent successful grant projects or expressing enthusiasm for their mission and impact in animal outreach.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'grant proposals,' 'budgeting,' 'compliance,' 'research,' and 'communication skills' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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