Grant Writer
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the researching and writing of new grants and funding opportunities that are consistent with the mission and vision of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. This position is under the direct supervision of the Business Committee and will be located at tribal headquarters, Miami, Oklahoma.
MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Identify and research grants and funding opportunities
• Write and submit proposal applications, support materials and pre-applications
• Works with Grant Review Committee with pre-application process
• Strategize funding approaches with program manager and appropriate personnel
• Work to develop funding for new projects identified and approved by program manager
and appropriate personnel
• Record keeping that includes time lines for all funding received, applications
submitted and future opportunities
• Maintains files for each grant or funding source to include copies of reports
submitted by program director and/or accounting personnel
• Administer grant submission process
• Communication with funding agencies as needed during the grant process
• Assure that all required forms and paperwork are completed accurately in a timely
manner
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Provides assistance with reporting, as requested
• Provides assistance with the writing and submission of recurring grant and/or
funding opportunities, as requested
• Works with appropriate department personnel in developing applications for
budgetary items, expertise, goals and any required information to complete application process
• Other duties, as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in administration of grant writing process
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
• Computer literate, specifically Microsoft Office
• Must possess high integrity regarding confidential and sensitive information
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, multi-task and meet
deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• May be required to work beyond normal working hours
• Must be able to travel as required
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Must be drug free and successfully pass pre-employment and random drug screenings
throughout employment
Complete job description available at www.miamination.com.