Grant Writer

Oct 8

Anticipated Start Date: 11/23/2026

Description

The Grant Writer plays a key role in advancing our mission by producing and submitting compelling grant proposals as well managing grant reporting compliance for successful submissions. This position is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals; monitoring compliance and reporting; and keeping clear administrative processes and documentation for the key activities listed above.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (communications, nonprofit management, business, or similar) or equivalent
2-4 years on the job experience.
2+ years of experience in grant writing preferred; preferably in a non-profit setting. merit, and business needs.

Responsibilities

Grant Prospecting

Conduct grant research to identify new funding opportunities that align with organizational priorities.
Grant Writing Act as a “quarterback” to coordinate writing and submitting of compelling grant proposals and letters of inquiry in collaboration with the executive director and key staff Maintain and update language banks from successful proposals

Grant Compliance and Reporting

Support the grant agreements management process to ensure compliance with requirements in collaboration with designated staff
Create infrastructure with key staff for the tracking of required deliverables, key metrics, and reporting deadlines.
Prepare interim and final grant reports in collaboration with executive director, portfolio and finance staff
Maintain naming mechanism structure for grant life cycle documents
Project manage upcoming deadlines and maintain grant calendar to meet deadlines
Maintain clear documentation and records of all proposals Manage CRM grant data entry to ensure activities and relevant information are documented

Other Duties

Support additional responsibilities aligned with the role and organizational priorities, in coordination with management
Participate in the development of key strategic directions for the fund development approach

Estimated Distribution of Duties

10% Grant Prospecting
50% Grant Writing and Prospecting
20% Grant Compliance and Reporting
20% Administrative

Requirements

Required Skills

Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
Experience with donor databases/CRM systems
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
Self-starter that takes initiative to anticipate needs
Solutions oriented to find effective paths forward
Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with vendors, team members, and other stakeholders
Proficiency in softwares including but not limited to Slack, Monday.com, and Google Suite
Strong project management skills
Willingness to learn and grow with staff, and to create a positive workplace culture
Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across teams

Physical Requirements

Hybrid work environment (mainly remote)
Frequent telephonic and virtual communications, hearing and seeing
Frequent walking, standing, and sitting
Frequent driving

Other Requirements

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary
Access to reliable transportation

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

$60,000 to 85,000

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; Employee Assistance Program; flexible PTO; 12 weeks paid parent leave, professional development and coaching opportunities

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