Careers
We are one of the lead agencies for equitable and affordable housing development for the City of Concord and its residents.
WeBuild Concord is currently looking to grow our team! Below are the current career opportunities that we are offering.
Partner and Grant Specialist
Job Purpose
This position aims to research, write, and coordinate grant acquisition processes to build and operate
WeBuild Concord and partner in affordable and equitable housing ventures.
Functions and Percentage of Time Spent
Research, Identify, and Write Grant Opportunities and Partnerships (80%)
- Research and identify potential private foundations, corporations, or government resources to fund WeBuild Concord and partners with affordable housing developments and operations. Potential funding sources and partners should have a philanthropic mission aligned with our mission and values.
- Write grants and correspondence with the assistance of the CEO to potential funding or resource partners that align with WeBuild Concord’s principles and activities.
- Aid in aligning resources with the overall WeBuild Concord strategic plan and budget.
Administrative Support and Compliance (15%)
- Ensure that the compliance standards of the partner align with WeBuild Concord’s mission and capacity.
- Track reporting requirements and provide reminders for compliance with WeBuild Finance and Construction.
- Provide a quarterly Partner and Development report to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Other and Advocacy (15%)
- Aid in identifying potential collaborations with cross-sector partners that will lead to resource development for our area.
- Aid in identifying advocacy initiatives related to affordable housing that may attract greater resource development.
Job Specifications and Qualifications
Essential
Knowledge:
- A proven understanding and knowledge of development functions and principles
- Existing knowledge of funding resources for affordable housing or related sectors
- An understanding of general public and private funding criteria
- Project management principles
Skills:
- Operating a computer and applicable software applications
- Reading and interpreting funding criteria
- The ability to write and uses data and other evidence in grant writing and communications
- Proven marketing abilities and principles
- Project management
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Education/Experience:
- Associate’s degree or diploma from a college, technical, or business school, with at least three (3) years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job’s essential duties successfully.
Licensing and Certifications:
- NA
Preferred (not required)
- Certified Fundraising Professional Executive (CFRE)
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Contact
Please forward an electronic cover letter and resume to info@webuildconcord.org with “Partner and Grant Specialist” in the subject line. If you have any questions, you may leave a message at 704.784.0039
Partner and Development Coordinator
Job Purpose
This position aims to coordinate the development of private, public, and social funding, partnerships, and alliances for the WeBuild Concord mission and affordable housing development.
Functions and Percentage of Time Spent
Research, Identify, and Coordinate Partnership Opportunities (70%)
- Aid the CEO in developing a partnership and development plan for private, public, and social funding.
- Research and identify potential private foundations, corporations, or government resources to fund WeBuild Concord’s affordable housing developments and operations. Potential partners should have a philanthropic mission aligned with our mission and values.
- Write grants and correspondence with the assistance of the CEO to potential funding or resource partners that align with WeBuild Concord’s principles and activities.
- Aid in aligning resources with the overall WeBuild Concord strategic plan and budget.
Administrative Support and Compliance (15%)
- Ensure that the compliance standards of the partner align with WeBuild Concord’s mission and capacity.
- Track reporting requirements and provide reminders for compliance.
- Provide a Partner and Development report to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Other and Advocacy (15%)
- Aid in identifying potential collaborations with cross-sector partners that will lead to resource development for our area.
- Aid the CEO with identifying advocacy initiatives related to affordable housing that may attract greater resource development.
Job Specifications and Qualifications
Essential
Knowledge:
- A proven understanding and knowledge of development functions and principles;
- Existing knowledge of funding resources for affordable housing or related sectors.
- An understanding of general public and private funding criteria;
- Project management
Skills:
- Operating a computer and applicable software applications;
- Reading and interpreting funding criteria;
- The ability to write and uses data and other evidence in grant writing and communications;
- Proven marketing abilities and principles;
- Project management;
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal
Education/Experience:
- Associate’s degree or diploma from a college, technical, or business school, with at least three (3) years of experience; or WeBuild Concord may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job successfully.
Licensing and Certifications:
- NA
Preferred
- Certified Fundraising Professional
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Contact
Please forward an electronic cover letter and resume to info@webuildconcord.org with “Partner and Development Coordinator” in the subject line. If you have any questions, you may leave a message at 704.784.0039
Employment and Inclusion Statements
This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of any particular position’s specific duties and responsibilities. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of WeBuild Concord to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. WeBuild Concord prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.