Member Duties : The VISTA member will research the organization, develop quality proposals, write grants, and develop a system to track grants and grant activities. The activities include researching the organization’s background, mission, goals, target communities, and programs. Creating grant guidelines, policies, and procedures for identifying grants consistent with the mission and goals of IHDF and the communities being served. Writing and submitting grant proposals and developing or identifying a system to track grant funds received, disbursed by the program, and follow-up reporting requirements. Preparing monthly reports that capture all upcoming grant opportunities, funding, and deadlines. Developing a policy and procedures manual detailing the processes.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* .
Terms :
Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education .
Skills :
Team Work , General Skills , Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Microsoft Office , Education , Communications , Computers/Technology , Community Organization .