Grants Consultant

IDRA is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to achieve equal educational opportunity through strong public schools that prepare all students to access and succeed in college. Toward that end, we conduct research, train teachers, design youth and family leadership programs, and build community power through policy and legal advocacy. IDRA seeks a consultant who:

• will help refine and execute IDRA’s fundraising plan;
• will conduct research and prospecting for new foundation contacts, with a focus on medium-to-large foundations;
• will collaborate with IDRA staff to draft award-winning grant proposals, with a focus on medium- to large-foundation support;
• has a track record in developing winning grant proposals for medium- to large-foundations;
• has experience in developing education-related grant proposals for corporate giving;
• is a self-starter with strong research and writing skills and an ability to clearly communicate IDRA’s mission;
• can cultivate relationships with funders and can support IDRA staff to do the same; and
• is dedicated to equal educational opportunity for all children.

Experience: Bachelor’s degree required. Three years or more as a development professional is preferred.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience.

Application: Please submit a letter of interest, résumé and contact information for three references who can speak to a proven fundraising track record. Apply here.

Applications will be accepted until the consultancy is filled. IDRA is an equal opportunity employer.