Grants Assistant at Living Water Service Center (LWSC)

Key Responsibilities

Grant Acquisition and Fundraising Support:

• Identify funding opportunities and donors, and assist in fundraising strategies for water, sanitation, and hygiene programs.
• Collaborate on grant proposals and fundraising materials, and conduct research on grant opportunities and donor priorities.

Grant Application and Management:

• Aid in preparing grant applications, maintaining organized grant-related information, and coordinating with program staff to gather data.
• Monitor grant project progress and assist in preparing comprehensive grant reports for donors.
• Help track donor engagement and interactions in the donor management system.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure adherence to grant-related policies, procedures, and reporting guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of grant-related documents, contracts, and agreements.

Communications and Donor Relations:

• Narrative Report Developer and Coordinator: Responsible for crafting creative narratives and project reports for various stakeholders, collaborating with communication teams to enhance reporting strategies, and ensuring adherence to organizational voice and writing standards.
• Communication Material Developer and Support: Involved in writing and editing various marketing and communication content, including articles, reports, newsletters, and impact stories.
• Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as communications, nonprofit management, or a related area.
• Previous two (2) years’ experience in grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit development is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive narratives and proposals.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and donor management software.
• Knowledge of grant application processes and reporting requirements is a plus.
• Passion for international development and a commitment to the mission and values of Living Water International.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with donors, colleagues, and partners.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing needs and priorities.