The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Morgridge Center for Public Service, http://www.morgridge.wisc.edu/, invites applications for a newly created Grants Coordinator position (50% appointment). Build a funding program from the ground up and leverage existing matching gift funds. The position is responsible for researching, developing, and submitting proposals, and securing funding from federal, state, private agency, corporate, foundation and individual sources to support the mission and goals of the Morgridge Center.
Desired knowledge and skills include:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- Three to five years experience in successful grants development, ideally in higher education or in the non-profit sector.
- A working knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures of the UW-Madison and the State of Wisconsin strongly preferred.
- Strong writing, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, self direction and initiative, and proven skill in research and writing (case studies, letters of inquiry, grant proposals, reports, etc).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with individuals and groups in diverse settings is essential, as is the ability to organize and prioritize work and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- The ability to manage time and resources effectively to meet deadlines and maximize desired outcomes.
A detailed position and application requirements can be found at: http://www.morgridge.wisc.edu/aboutus/employment.html
This is a 50% Academic Staff renewable appointment with full fringe benefits
- Application deadline: Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5pm CST.
- Anticipated start date: January 1, 2010
- To apply, please email a detailed cover letter and resume along with at least one example of a successful proposal or report you have developed to:
Jonie Bonfield
School of Human Ecology
jbonfield {at} wisc(.)edu
608-262-0017
Questions about this position may be addressed to:
Randy Wallar
Associate Director
Morgridge Center for Public Service
jrwallar {at} wisc(.)edu
608-262-5781
