PARTNERSHIP ASSOCIATE GRANT WRITER

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The Proteus Fund seeks a full-time member of the Partnership Team:

The Partnership Associate Grant Writer is responsible for the development, writing, editing and submission of grant proposals, reports and other written materials to foundations and individual donors.  The position will support the partnership development efforts for the Piper Fund which works to build a movement to address corporate and special interest on our democracy.  This position reports to the Chief of Staff, and the organization prefers candidates who can work in the Amherst, Massachusetts location.

Qualified candidates should have these preferred skills: 

Bachelor’s degree and five years+ of experience in writing proposals and reports to foundations and individual donors.

Possess excellent writing skills, editing and proofreading skills.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-priority tasks and responsibilities under tight deadlines and schedules.

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team to complete assignments and strong computer literacy skills.

Experience working with Donor Perfect, Raisers Edge, or similar fundraising data management systems are a plus.

Knowledge of Money in Politics and Fair Courts topics a plus.

Additional qualifications and a detailed job description can be found at:  www.proteusfund.org/partnership-associate-grant-writer.

Proteus Fund is a grant making foundation committed to advancing justice through democracy, human rights and peace. We partner with individual donors and foundations to achieve their goals, through strategy development, research and fund management. Proteus is known for tailored grant making initiatives that are responsive, have high impact and integrate support for lobbying activity. Our work is at the leading edge of democracy and social change.

Interested candidates shall submit a letter of interest, a résumé, salary requirements, and names and contact information for three references.  Please submit materials electronically to hr@proteusfund.org with subject line:  Partnership Associate Grant Writer.

No phone calls, please. Applications received by January 2, 2015 will be given priority consideration.

Proteus Fund believes that one of the great strengths of the community is the rich diversity of its residents and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental handicap, whistleblower status, or any other category protected by state or federal law.  Proteus Fund’s policies and practices are to reflect Proteus Fund’s commitment to nondiscrimination in all areas of employment.

Proteus Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Proteus Fund

15 Research Drive, Suite B
Amherst, MA 01002
(413)256.0349  Fax 413.256.3536
www.proteusfund.org