Job Purpose

ADVANCES RAWHIDE'S MISSION

by developing and executing a comprehensive grants and foundation relations strategy that grows philanthropic revenue, strengthens relationships with institutional funders, and connects funding opportunities to Rawhide's strategic priorities and programs. Essential Functions Writes, prepares, and manages grant proposals. Oversees grants strategy and data collection. Cultivates and grows relationships with grant funders. Ensures communication and collaboration on grants across organizational departments. Job Responsibilities Drives grants and foundation fundraising strategy by developing and executing an annual grants strategy exceeding $1 million annually aligned with organizational priorities and revenue goals; building and managing a robust pipeline of foundation, corporate, government, and other institutional funding opportunities; identifying opportunities for growth and diversification. Develops compelling funding proposals by leading the development of high-quality letters of inquiry, grant proposals, applications, reports, and other funder communications; translating Rawhide's programs, outcomes, and impact into compelling cases for support. Builds and stewards funder relationships by developing meaningful relationships with current and prospective funders through intentional communication, meetings, site visits, stewardship, and ongoing engagement; serving as a primary point of contact for foundation and institutional partners. Leads grants management and accountability by maintaining an effective grants calendar and tracking system; ensuring deadlines, reporting requirements, documentation, restrictions, and funder commitments are consistently met; monitoring grant performance and pipeline. Partners across Rawhide by working closely with program, finance, marketing, data, and executive leadership to identify funding priorities, gather compelling impact information, develop budgets, and ensure accurate reporting. Contributes to development strategy by participating as an active member of the Development team; contributing to revenue forecasting, donor strategy, campaign planning, and broader fundraising initiatives. Professional Development & Organizational Responsibilities Maintains Professional and Technical Knowledge completing required trainings; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications. Establishes Personal Networks participating in professional societies. Maintains Staff Job Results training and coaching support staff; establishing staff goals, monitoring progress, and providing feedback; appraising job results. Protects the Credibility of the Rawhide Mission complying with the Rawhide standard of conduct; setting an example, in words and actions, that is consistent with the values and beliefs of Rawhide. Contributes to Team Effort performing other duties as directed or assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Education requirement not specified. 3 to 5 years of grant writing experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to communicate clearly and effectively with people from a range of backgrounds. Solid organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem-solve, and willingness to develop systems to address recurring needs and/or challenges. Ability to assist in creating a unified, accountable, and top-performing Development team. Ability to manage and develop strong donor relationships. Comfortable with technology or willingness to learn new software.