THE CANDIDATE: Requires a BSBA and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive promotional writing and translation experience in Spanish and English for business communications. Requires an impeccable, creative writer experienced in marketing products or services to US Hispanic markets. Should have experience in an Advertising firm, a Public Relations agency or with a global consumer goods manufacturing firm. Fluency in both Spanish and English is required.
COMPENSATION: An attractive salary is provided along with a full range of employee benefits.
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CONFIDENCE:
Maury N. Cyr
Cyr Associates, Inc
177 Worcester Street, Suite 303
Wellesley Hills, MA. 02481
(781) 235-5900 FAX: (781) 239-0140
EMAIL: mcyr@cyrassociates.com
WEBSITE: www.cyrassociates.com
If you are ready for a satisfying and rewarding career, join our team of diverse, dynamic professionals at the Community Health Center, Inc. CHC is one of the country’s largest providers of primary medical, dental and behavioral health services to the uninsured and underinsured. Community Health Center is seeking an experienced Grant Writer with a proven track record in developing successful proposals for state, federal, foundation, and research grants. Outstanding writing skills, technical expertise in extracting and presenting complex data in simple formats, and experience in internet-based literature reviews a must.
CHC is at the cutting edge of organized health service delivery. It delivers high quality care to 70,000 patients across Connecticut from our primary care centers in twelve cities. Our goal is to continually expand our reach, develop and expand our services, and increasingly, to contribute new knowledge to the field of primary health care for special populations. Grant funding is critical to our success in this area of research, development, and innovation.
We want to talk with you if you are grants professional with a demonstrated track record at a senior level in developing/writing grant proposals in the area of health services and health research.
What makes Community Health Center a great place for a seasoned Grant Writer professional?
* We have been honored with major national, state and foundation grant awards
* We define health care in the broadest possible terms. A small sampling of our exciting program set includes diabetes self-management, pre-natal depression, swing and salsa dancing, mobile school-based dental services, healthcare for the homeless, and cancer screening
* Our grants professionals are full members of the senior decision-making team
* Our clinical staff are leaders in their fields, with national reputations
* Our administrative staff has strong, deep ties to our communities
* We have passion for both creativity and action
* We are totally committed to improving the health of our patients and communities every day
Some of the Grant Writer responsibilities include:
* Collaborating with clinical and professional teams to identify potential grant opportunities
* Establishing the timeline and required elements of each proposal, ensuring that all deadlines are met, writing content, and assuming final full preparation and submission of the grant manuscript
* Monitor key sources of grant funding opportunities and develop collaborative relationships with external sources
* Prepare pre-award and post-award documents
* Develop and regularly update CHC internal and external data sets relevant for grant applications
Qualifications:
* BA/BS Degree (Master's degree in appropriate area a plus)
* A Minimum of 5+ years' experience as a professional grant writer
* Demonstrated success in researching, writing, and securing grants
* Experience in developing proposals for funding at the state, foundation, and federal level
* Expert technical skills in area of mapping, census data usage, and internet research
* Expert level skills in Microsoft Office and internet-related applications
* Superior written and verbal communication skills
* Exceptional presentation skills
* Must be dynamic, detail oriented, well organized and able to work independently
* Excellent time management, planning, organization and prioritization skills
* Effective team player
* Ability to develop and sustain relationships with funders and partner organizations
* Not-for-profit experience preferred
* Successful candidate will also have experience as primary developer of research, evaluation, and service delivery grant proposals
CHC was formed in 1972 by a group of volunteers who were passionate about helping low-income families and individuals. As result of that commitment, CHC now treats thousands of patients from over 100 communities in its 24 locations. We want you to become a part of the excitement and grow with us!
In addition to primary care services, CHC provides specialty services such as management for chronic diseases including diabetes and asthma, podiatry, care for people living with HIV/AIDS, obstetrical care, alternative therapies such as mindfulness-based meditation, mental health care, dental care, and free breast and cervical cancer screening, detection, and treatment services for uninsured women. CHC also offers services for people who are homeless or in danger of losing their housing and victims of domestic violence. For family well-being, CHC provides parenting education programs. Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and much more!
These reporters will work with the Director of the Information Bureau to identify business news in the major stock markets. They will write breaking news releases for distribution to the media as well as news and features for the institution newspaper. Also, these writers will respond to media enquiries.
Applicants need to have a BA degree in journalism or equivelant experience of a minimum of three years in writing, or a combination of education and experience providing the qualified qualifications and skills; presented ability in interpreting complicated info and transmiting it to the public; and an understanding of major research-oriented business findings.
Salary is dependant on qualifications and experience.