Philanthropic Grant Writer

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

Plans, researches, writes, submits, reports on and tracks successful grant proposals in support of Parkland’s philanthropic priorities and ensures updated proposal/case for giving templates are available for the purpose of fundraising.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a health, business, marketing, social service or a related field.

Experience

• Six years of experience in writing successful grant applications, fundraising or marketing/communications.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience      

• May have an equivalent combination of education and experience to substitute for both the education and the experience requirements.

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, including project management and meeting facilitation, and must be able to manage competing priorities and rapidly changing department needs.
• Must have proven research skills and knowledge of fundraising information sources.
• Must have ability to understand, process and execute complex instructions independently.
• Must be proficient in MS Office Word, Excel and fundraising database or relationship management software such as Raiser’s Edge.
• Must have strong relationship-building skills.
• Must have understanding of healthcare environment and/or related social services.
• Must be sensitive to political, cultural and legal issues related to hospital system operations and fundraising and be able to function both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

1. Conducts full range of activities required to prepare, write, submit and manage grant proposals to foundations and corporate sources.
2. Works with Prospect Researcher to identify and evaluate foundation and corporate grant opportunities.
3. Maintains grants calendar to include new application and reporting deadlines.
4. Develops and maintains case for giving to and impact of giving to philanthropic priorities of Parkland. Duties include written materials and current relevant statistics for proposals and stewardship.
5. Gathers information, prepares and submits reports to comply with all grant reporting as required by grantors/donors.
6. Maintains records in database and paper files.
7. Assist Foundation staff and volunteers with writing for proposals, publications and other special projects.
8. Serves as liaison and conduit of information both to and from health system departments and external partners.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.