Grants and Information Director

$59,000 - $59,000/Yr

Associates For Training & Development - New Haven, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New Haven, CT

Educational Services

About the position

The Grants and Information Director is a key management role at Associates for Training and Development (A4TD), a non-profit organization focused on workforce development for mature workers. This position is responsible for leading grant writing initiatives, managing public relations and marketing efforts, and overseeing human resources functions. The role is remote, with the option to work in an A4TD office, and requires a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization in the composition and submission of grants and funding applications, including research and analysis for existing and new grant opportunities.
• Prepare quarterly and annual grant reports related to minority service and equitable distribution.
• Draft, modify, and maintain company policies including those in the Standard Operating Procedures Manual.
• Develop communication strategies that reflect the organization's strategic vision and promote the work of A4TD.
• Direct marketing and public relations efforts; work with media outlets to publish company information such as press releases and updates on project activities.
• Manage content on the company website and promote company activities on all social media platforms.
• Support Program staff to explore, cultivate, and maintain relationships with local partners in the aging services and workforce sectors.
• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding of professional staff and other program personnel actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in English/writing, business, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in business, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Solid skills and understanding of how to research, identify, and complete grant proposals.
• Strong writing skills are necessary.
• Ability to create and implement marketing plans and strategies to promote program successes in all forms of media.
• Knowledge of best practices around the recruitment, retention, and management of human capital.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with community leaders and the public.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration, while also able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Intermediate level proficiency in MS Office suite products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with mature workers, culturally diverse populations, and persons in underserved communities.
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• Vision insurance