Development: Foundations and Grants RSA

Department and Code: Development  

Immediate Supervisor: Lydia Spencer 

Supervisor Email: spencerl@rhodes.edu

Number of Student Associates in Position: 1

General Description of Position:

The Grants RSAP will assist in the grant writing and reporting process by accomplishing the following:-Research grant opportunities that align with Rhodes’ institutional needs and faculty needs.

- Assist the Grants and Foundations Manager in the development of individual, federal, governmental and foundation proposals

- Assist the Grants and Foundation Manager in the completion of stewardship reports and other required submissions.-Assist the Grants and Foundations Manager in analysis of grant objectives and progress.-Write and revise letters sent to donors.

- Collect information from students necessary to the completion of scholarship and fellowship reports.

- Develop a database of community partners who can serve as collaborators on future grant projects

- Work with faculty to assist in the completion of the External Grants Checklist

The Grants RSAP reports to the Grants and Foundations Manager, but may be asked to complete tasks for other campus employees including the Director of Special Projects, the Vice President for External Programs, the External Programs Administrative Assistant, the Vice President for Development, Stewardship Officer, and Director of Annual Giving

Minimum Qualifications:

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Excellent writing skills•Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with faculty and staff from various disciplines

Ability to take initiative on projects

Ability to work independently

Ability to work with strict deadlines

Excellent organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Data analysis skills preferred

Physical Demands:

 On occasion, the grants RSAP may be required to attend meetings off campus