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Department: Development Reports to: Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations Classification: Full-Time Exempt

1. We are service-oriented.
2. We are data-driven.
3. We are bold for Black women.

• Research and Identify new grant opportunities for BWHI, including multi-year grants
• Prepare narrative grant proposals for submission
• Prepare narrative reporting for grant awards, according to grant maker requirements
• Secure necessary project/program details from the Programs and Policy teams to create proposals and reports
• Oversee grant reporting, ensuring that reports are created and submitted in a timely manner
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously

• A Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in grant writing.
• Able to manage a high volume of work with efficiency.
• Experience maintaining a grants tracking platform to ensure all relevant parties are notified and included on progress and information required to complete grants and grant reports for submission.
• Experience managing multiple and competing deadlines and demands.
• Able to prioritize without sacrificing quality. Plans backwards to make deadlines.
• Clear written communication on behalf of the organization and produces compelling proposals to inspire others to see the value in investing in and partnering with BWHI. A clear, precise, compassionate communicator.
• Understands and applies best practices in grant proposal and report writing.
• Can learn, internalize, and incorporate our "voice" across proposals, aligning with communications strategy and the institutional narrative.
• Asks for help when needed.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience submitting and securing grant proposals from more than one type of funder: corporate foundations, family foundations, government entities, etc.
• Experience using the Salesforce platform.

Position Overview: Reporting to the EVP, Enterprise Operations, the Operations Analyst will be responsible for analyzing business operations to identify inefficiencies, solve problems, and recommend process improvements. This role requires a data-driven approach, leveraging analytical tools and methodologies to enhance workflow and productivity within the organization. The Operations Analyst will participate in a variety of projects, programs, and BWHI initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute strategic business objectives.

Additionally, this role will play a key part in ensuring that operational efficiencies align with BWHI’s mission and strategic goals, directly contributing to the organization’s ability to advocate, educate, and amplify the voices of Black women and girls nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to business operations, including financial reports, program performance, and stakeholder feedback.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in workflows and develop solutions to streamline operations and reduce costs, with a focus on maximizing organizational impact.
• Problem Solving: Analyze operational challenges and implement strategic solutions to enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Reporting and Communication: Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and insights to management and relevant stakeholders, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with departments such as finance, programs, and development to optimize workflows and foster seamless coordination.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Track and assess key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of process changes and provide insights on continuous improvements.
• Statistical Modeling: Apply statistical techniques to identify trends and patterns that inform decision-making and program effectiveness.
• Process Design: Develop and implement new operational processes to improve efficiency and organizational effectiveness.
• Training & Capacity Building: Provide training and support to staff on new systems, policies, and operational procedures to build internal expertise.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative-level support to internal clients on a variety of projects, programs, and business initiatives. Serve as a central point of contact for all business processes across the department.
• Financial Operations Support: Manage financial processes such as budgeting, procurement, invoice coding and approval, and expense reconciliation, ensuring financial transparency.
• Project Coordination: Facilitate the coordination of project management, metrics, and operations across departments in close collaboration with team members and department leads.

• Heightened attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills necessary to build effective relationships internally and externally.
• Passion for BWHI’s mission and commitment to advancing health equity.

• A Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of two (2) years of work experience.
• Experience managing Google Drive file structures.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Experience with monday.com for or other workflow management software/applications.
• Familiarity with DocuSign and document workflow automation.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
• Passion for BWHI’s mission and commitment to advancing health equity.

• Experience working in a non-profit environment