Grants Coordinator (part time)

Background:

Gateways’ mission is to enable students with disabilities and diverse learning needs to succeed in Jewish educational settings and participate meaningfully in Jewish life. Over the last 20 years, Gateways has partnered with day schools, congregational and community schools, and early childhood programs in the Boston region and beyond to provide special education services, expertise, and support.

Position Summary:

The Grant Coordinator is a part-time position responsible for securing financial resources through expert grant writing, managing a portfolio of foundation relationships, grant prospecting, and report management. The position reports to the Director of Finance and Operations. Gateways is based in Newton, MA, and operates in a hybrid work environment that includes both remote work and regular in-person collaboration, with office space available and actively used to support collaboration, meetings, and organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and submit compelling and high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and applications that align with Gateways’ programs and funding priorities.
• Maintain a grants calendar to ensure the timely submission of all proposals and reports.
• Manage all post-award activities, including budget reconciliation, tracking deliverables, and preparing accurate and persuasive interim and final reports.
• Conduct comprehensive prospect research to identify new funding opportunities that match Gateways’ mission and current needs.
• Cultivate and steward strong, long-term relationships with program officers and foundation staff in collaboration with program and finance staff.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated professional experience in successful grant writing, securing funds from foundations, corporations, or government agencies.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Familiarity with Jewish customs and traditions a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages to different audiences (e.g., program officers, major donors, volunteers).
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Successfully working as a member of a team and working cross departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
• A passion for and commitment to Gateways’ mission.

Benefits and Salary

• This is a year-round, 20-hour/week position to include flexibility within the schedule.
• Salary range of between $30,000 -$40,000 based on experience.
• Benefits package includes the opportunity to participate in a flexible spending account, 403(b) with a 3% match, and a generous package for time away from work, including vacation, sick time, and Jewish and Federal holidays. No health insurance is included.

How to Apply

Gateways believes in the essentiality of a diverse workforce. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, LGBTQIA people, and people who come from low income or working-class backgrounds. We encourage you to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, veteran status, or any other class protected under federal, state, or local laws. We know that the candidate who fits best may not meet 100% of the qualifications.

Gateways will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. The interview process for this position will be conducted via Zoom. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at jobs@jgateways.org for assistance.

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. In order to ensure that your submission is fairly considered, please complete your application using the link provided.

Benefits package includes the opportunity to participate in a flexible spending account, 403(b) with a 3% match, and a generous package for time away from work, including vacation, sick time, and Jewish and Federal holidays. No health insurance is included.