Job Title: Grants Writer  

Mission – Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation empowers, promotes, and supports all women and their families  

Job Description overview: This position is part of full range grant development activities for the organization. This  position works to develop and finalize high quality grant proposals that are consistent with TMWF’s mission and  strategic direction and provides post-award grants management for Foundations and Federal grants.  

This role includes researching and writing grant proposals, submitting accurate and timely reports, compliance and  management in implementation and execution of the entire grants' portfolio for TMWF. Additionally there will be  involvement in capital campaign efforts. 

Major Responsibilities: 

∙ Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare, submit and manage all  grant proposals 

∙ Researching grants, identifying, developing, and responding to grant opportunities. Maintaining and  updating Master Grant list. 

∙ Collaborate with Finance and Programs dept to gather information necessary to report to all the grants. ∙ Ensuring that all proposals/reports reflect the objectives of the grantor and advance the goals of  TMWF 

∙ Analyzing program and financial reports for transparency and accuracy. 

∙ Arranging and helping prepare and host site visits related to grants 

∙ Prepare and serve as the first point of contact for Grant Hearings, grant presentations, arrange for on site tours for foundation officers, trustees 

∙ Maintenance of SAMs renewal 

∙ Understanding of institutional history and programs 

∙ Track statistics relevant to development and provide with written materials necessary for donor  stewardship.  

The Grants Manager also assists with: 

∙ Evaluation and finalization of post-award reporting  

∙ Provision of technical assistance and training for agency staff around the grant process ∙ Ensure grant compliance and adherence to program procedures and policies 

∙ Regular review of data accuracy, program specific policies, and adherence to such policies. Offer  recommendations for improvement

 To empower, promote, and support women and families through Education, Outreach, Philanthropy, and Social Services. TMWF Values of integrity, compassion, respect, ethical conduct, empathy, teamwork, accountability, will be observed and  abided by throughout the organization. 

Required knowledge and skills:  

∙ Demonstrated experience and success writing state, federal, or foundation proposals.  ∙ Strong written communications skills, ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive  proposals 

∙ Attention to detail. 

∙ Strong editing skills 

∙ Demonstrated ability to work independently, synthesize complex ideas, provide leadership, and strong  ability to multitask and prioritize competing tasks. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure of  deadlines. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, electronic grants  management and submission systems (i.e., Grants.gov, esnaps.hud.gov, grants, zoom grants), and  other applications. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with a diverse population and  stakeholders at various levels. Experience conducting academic literature reviews and/or research  preferred. 

Qualifications: 

∙ Minimum of 5 years’ experience with grant writing 

∙ Experience working in deadline- driven environments 

∙ Able to work in a team environment, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines ∙ Previous experience with non-profit fundraising 

∙ Able to monitor and meet income goals 

∙ Experience in the targeted areas of working with immigrants, refugees, survivors of family violence  and social services is preferred. 

Tolerate prolonged sitting or standing. Requires bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying objects up to 25pounds, with or without  accommodations. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work being performed.  The employee will be required to perform any other job-related duties as required by the job objectives, and mission and  philosophy of Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation, Inc.,"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will  receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or  expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other  characteristic protected by law.

 To empower, promote, and support women and families through Education, Outreach, Philanthropy, and Social Services. TMWF Values of integrity, compassion, respect, ethical conduct, empathy, teamwork, accountability, will be observed and  abided by throughout the organization.