Department: Development / Advancement Reports To: Director of Development (or designated supervisor) FLSA Status: Part-Time - 20 hours per week Salary Range: $35-$50 per hour Position Summary The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying, researching, and preparing grant proposals to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and government entities in support of the pastoral, educational, charitable, and community programs of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Stockton. This position works collaboratively with diocesan leadership, program directors, and finance personnel to develop competitive proposals and ensure compliance with grant requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Research and identify grant opportunities that support diocesan ministries, programs, and strategic priorities. • Coordinate the development of proposals by gathering programmatic, financial, and statistical information from appropriate diocesan departments and ministries. • Prepare, write, and submit clear, compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation. • Maintain a comprehensive calendar of grant deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements. • Work with finance staff to develop accurate and compliant grant budgets. • Track and maintain detailed records of grant applications, awards, reporting schedules, and funder correspondence. • Prepare and submit required grant reports, including program progress, outcomes, and financial accountability documentation in coordination with diocesan directors. • Ensure all proposals and reports comply with funder guidelines and diocesan policies. • Assist with the stewardship of foundation and institutional donors through timely communication and reporting. • Support the overall development strategy by contributing to funding plans and grant-related initiatives. • Support / review grant proposals submitted by other diocesan departments / programs, ensuring the proposals are included in the calendar of submissions / reporting to facilitate coordination of all diocesan grant proposals.
Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field required. • Minimum of two to five years of professional grant writing or nonprofit development experience preferred. • Demonstrated success in securing grant funding strongly preferred. • Excellent written, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to communicate program impact clearly and persuasively. • Strong research, organizational, and project management abilities. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with grant tracking systems or fundraising databases preferred. Working Relationships This position works collaboratively with diocesan leadership, program directors, finance personnel, and parish or ministry representatives to gather information necessary for grant proposals and reporting. Mission Integration The Grant Writer is expected to support and uphold the mission, values, and teachings of the Catholic Church and the pastoral mission of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Stockton.
Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in an office environment within the diocesan Pastoral Center, with occasional meetings or collaboration with diocesan ministries and parish representatives as needed. Some work may be performed remotely if agreed upon by all parties.
