Grant Writer needed to identify funding opportunities, develop competitive proposals, coordinate cross‑departmental input, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, exceptional writer, and detail‑driven project manager who thrives in deadline‑driven environments and has proven experience securing grants of $5 million or more.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Strategy & Opportunity Identification
- Research, track, and evaluate federal, state, county, and municipal RFPs, NOFAs, and government grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
- Analyze eligibility criteria, funding trends, and competitive landscapes to guide leadership on strategic pursuit decisions.
- Maintain a pipeline of upcoming opportunities and communicate timelines and requirements to the Executive Director.
Proposal Development & Writing
- Lead the full lifecycle of government grant submissions, including intent-to-apply forms, narratives, budgets, attachments, and required certifications.
- Write clear, compelling, and data‑driven proposals tailored to each funder’s priorities and scoring criteria.
- Collaborate with program, finance, and leadership teams to gather information, develop program designs, and ensure accuracy and alignment.
- Translate complex program models, outcomes, and evaluation plans into persuasive, funder‑ready language.
Project Management & Compliance
- Develop and manage proposal timelines, ensuring all components are completed, reviewed, and submitted on time.
- Ensure all submissions meet technical requirements, formatting standards, and compliance guidelines.
- Support post‑award processes, including contract execution, reporting requirements, and coordination with program and finance teams.
- Maintain organized records of submissions, awards, feedback, and reporting deadlines.
Data, Evaluation & Storytelling
- Incorporate quantitative data, community needs assessments, and evidence‑based practices into proposals.
- Work with program teams to refine logic models, outcome measures, and evaluation frameworks.
- Present complex information in a way that is accessible, persuasive, and aligned with government scoring rubrics.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, English, Communications, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 5–8+ years of experience writing government grants or responding to RFPs, preferably in the nonprofit or public sector.
- Demonstrated success securing federal, state, or local government funding in amounts of $5 million or more.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize large amounts of information.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Familiarity with government grant portals (e.g., Grants.gov, SAM.gov, state/county procurement systems).
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance.
- Experience developing program budgets and working with finance teams.
- Knowledge of outcome measurement, logic models, and evaluation frameworks.
- Understanding of human services, housing, workforce development, early childhood, or related fields (customizable).
- Ability to interpret RFP language and translate requirements into actionable proposal components.
On-site childcare, generous vacation package, health benefits, and 401k plan available. Salary for this position is $100,000 - $125,000, commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.
