Grant Writer

Position title: Grant Writer

Hiring Committee: Gavin Raders, Salvador Mateo

Hiring Process: Please submit a resume and cover letter to gavin@plantingjustice.org with “Grant Writer” in the subject line. Interviews will begin in October 2021 and the position is open until filled. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit grant proposal applications in collaboration with PJ Co-Directors
• Complete current grant reports within their required timeframe
• Research and identify new public and private funding opportunities for Planting Justice
• Remain in weekly communication with co-workers regarding schedule
• Attend weekly program meetings, monthly staff meetings, annual strategic planning retreat, and other required staff trainings 

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent writing and computer skills 
• Comprehensive knowledge about sustainable agriculture, food justice, re-entry support, youth education, social justice and community health in order to write grant applications and reports 
• A clear commitment to a healing-centered, decolonial and feminist approach 
• Maintain positive working relationships with a complex and diverse set of community partners, program participants, and staff members 
• Ability to remain open-minded, patient, empathetic and growth-oriented through challenging work experiences  
• 2 days or 16 hours/week 

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Salaries at PJ are set through our transparent pay chart. Minimum salary rate for this part-time position begins at $28,000/year for 2 days/week or 40%FTE, with a 3% increase in annual pay. Other increases in salary rate may apply depending on experience and need, and is negotiable with the hiring committee 
• Benefits include 2 weeks paid time off plus 8 more paid annual holidays
• Annual professional development stipend of $500, plus other paid training opportunities

Nature of Employment

Planting Justice is an equal opportunity employer and employment is at-will.