Senior Development Associate

Under the direction of the Development Director, the Senior Development Associate will assist in the development of SSG programs as a member of the Development Team and in collaboration with SSG management. Duties include but are not limited to fund development planning; grant proposal development and submission, including background research and analysis, program design, writing, budgeting, and proposal assembly; support for the implementation of fundraising campaigns; and other fundraising activities as assigned.

Essential Functions
• Prepare and complete funding proposals to government agencies, foundations, etc., including but not limited to:
o Analysis of funding opportunity expectations;
o Analysis of required proposal elements;
o Background research on community need and/or evidence-based/best practices;
o Writing program narrative and rationale/justification;
o Budgeting;
o Drafting/collecting supporting materials;
o Completing required forms; and
o Proposal assembly in compliance with funder requirements.
• As assigned, provide leadership and oversight to the proposal development process including facilitating program design in collaboration with division management.
• Research and cultivate funding opportunities for various SSG divisions.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to SSG division management in the development of program strategies and funding goals
• Assist in the development of fundraising/development plans and new initiatives.
• Participate in the development of fundraising campaigns and/or events, as assigned, including drafting content and copy, facilitating timelines, and creating budgets.
• Work with Supervisor, the Director of Strategic Development and Partnerships, and/or the Executive Director to develop and implement select agency planning and/or communications initiatives.
• Liaise and facilitate communication between SSG Divisions, SSG Fiscal, SSG Human Resources, and/or funding agencies and other authorities as needed to achieve Development Team objectives.
• Provide program data, reports, and recommendations to the Executive Management Team, as assigned.
• Maintain relationships and network with other organizations, including but not limited to potential program partners and current and potential funders.
• Represent the agency in a variety of community settings including community meetings and events.
• As assigned, assist in the supervision and training of interns.
• Regular attendance required.
• Overtime and/or work on weekday evenings and/or on weekends may be required.

Secondary Functions
• Assist in the implementation and logistics of fundraising events or other such fundraising activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration or similar field; OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 3 years’ experience in program design and/or grant writing.
• At least 1 years’ experience related to program design and/or evaluation, grant writing, and/or proposal assembly.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
• Mature, with an ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Strong time management, organizational, and coordination skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Awareness and knowledge of needs, strengths, and other characteristics of agency target communities (individuals and families who are from ethnic minority groups, low income, homeless/unhoused, involved with the criminal justice system, and/or living with behavioral health issues).
• A basic knowledge of local, state & federal government programs and foundations.
• Valid California driver license, proof of car insurance, and reliable transportation required.
• Verification of employment eligibility and background check required.

Non Essential Qualifications – Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Two or more years’ experience in a variety of development/fundraising activities preferred
• Computer skills in database applications, web applications, and/or publishing programs a plus.