Position Summary: The Grants and Giving Specialist will work closely with the CEO to manage and grow the organization’s annual $1.8K grant portfolio of government, foundation, community, and corporate grants. The Grants and Giving Specialist will manage the organization’s donor database system (Blackbaud RXT). 36-hour work week with occasional weekend and evening hours likely.

Grants Responsibilities (70% of time) 

Pursue and secure contracts, grants, cooperative agreements to fund the development and implementation of Bright Future Foundation programs

• Author annual government contract proposals and perform necessary reporting
• Research the grant-making programs of foundations and corporations
• Coordinate and submit grant quarterly and year-end programmatic reports in collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and Program Director(s)
• Develop and maintain relationships with grant funders, and encourage and conduct site visits
• Maintain calendar and database of all grants, progress reports, and correspondence with funders

Giving Responsibilities (20% of time) 

-Oversee the administration and maintenance of the donor database (Blackbaud RXT) including acquiring and inputting donor gifts and ensuring timely recognition

-Generate giving reports from the donor database (Blackbaud RXT)

-Work with the CEO to develop an annual year-end giving plan with revenue goals

-Initiate a donor recognition plan including developing stewardship and retention strategies

-Represent the organization at philanthropic convenings

Special Events Responsibilities (10% of time)

 -As part of the Bright Future Foundation’s special event’s team, organize, manage, and implement agency-sponsored fundraising projects

      -Act as liaison with community-sponsored events held on Bright Future Foundation’s behalf

      -Keep complete and accurate records of all event participants and donations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion for serving vulnerable populations
• Five years’ experience in not-for-profit grant writing, fund development, or equivalent education and experience
• Goal-oriented individual with strong analytical thinking and work accuracy
• Strong, proven ability to: mediate differences of philosophy and opinion; maintain a calm, efficient, and good-humored approach to work while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, highly productive work environment; work independently and as a team member; think critically and with foresight; carry out assignments with limited direction; adapt to change; and be nimble and flexible
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Must have own vehicle with insurance (Mileage reimbursement available)
• All applicants must provide enough information for a thorough background check
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations with a judgment-free attitude

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Experience with donor database management, in particular Blackbaud RXT

-Proficient in Canva or comparable desktop publishing software

-Familiarity with the fund development landscape of Eagle County, Colorado

-Familiarity with Colorado victim service funders

NOTE: This job description is not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by a person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements to the work of the Bright Future Foundation and are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

E.O.E. – Bright Future Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer