Grant Writer
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is seeking a Grant Writer with 3-5 years of experience in
the human services sector. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is responsible for the
research, writing and tracking of all grant submissions.
COMPANY INFORMATION
Established in 1977, The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank (Food Bank) is a critical component to
the welfare of San Diego County, providing food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and
educating the public about hunger-related issues. Through a combination of government programs and
partnerships with more than 350 San Diego County nonprofit charities, the Food Bank acts as a central
repository and distribution point for government and donated food. Funded by individuals, foundations,
corporations, local governments and the USDA, the Food Bank distributes more than 20 million pounds
of food annually to individuals, families and a network of nonprofit organizations that work to alleviate
hunger throughout the county. For more information about the organization, please visit
www.sandiegofoodbank.org.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will focus on implementing grant writing strategies that support the short- and long-term
fundraising goals of the Food Bank. The grant writer’s responsibilities include but are not limited to
writing foundation, corporate foundation, and local government grant proposals, inquiries, reports and
acknowledgements; researching prospective funders; collecting, managing and synthesizing grantrelated information; and maintaining all grant submission records.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of professional experience and demonstrated success as a grant
writer, preferably within the human services sector; excellent verbal and written communication skills
with the demonstrated ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors; advanced experience
using MS Office products and Convio Common Ground software is strongly preferred; familiarity with
both public and private funding and experience in conducting web-based research is a must; strong
organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail; high energy and passion
for the Food Bank’s mission is essential; and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or 3 years of
additional direct experience in lieu of a degree, is preferred.
COMPENSATION
The compensation package includes a competitive salary, annual bonus opportunity and an excellent
benefits package, including: a 403(b) plan with 200% employer matching; excellent health care coverage
with free employee medical, dental and vision plans; company paid term life insurance; and a generous
accrual of paid vacation and sick leave.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should send an email to [email protected] and reference “Grant Writer”
in the subject line. Candidates must include a single attachment with cover letter, resume, and salary
requirements; as well as a separate attachment which includes two original writing samples, in order to
be considered. Candidates may also complete an employment application available on our website or at
our office.
Because the Food Bank believes in providing a safe environment for our clients and employees, all
employment offers are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check, including a
clean driving record and drug test. The Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.