Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Assessment and Planning a. Needs Assessment: Conduct a thorough assessment of the local public agency's needs, priorities, and potential projects that align with available federal discretionary grant opportunities. b. Funding Strategy Development: Develop a comprehensive funding strategy that identifies suitable federal discretionary grants, timelines, and key objectives. c. Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate meetings and discussions with relevant stakeholders, including agency staff, community members, and potential partners, to gather input and build consensus. 2. Grant Research 3. Proposal Development a. Proposal Writing: Lead the writing and development of grant proposals, ensuring they are compelling, clear, and align with the specific requirements of the funding agency. b. Technical Writing: Provide expertise in crafting technical sections of the grant applications, including project descriptions, goals, objectives, methodologies, and evaluation plans. c. Budget Development d. Compliance Assurance...
