Grant Writer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Grant Writer to advance funding for a charitable organization serving underserved communities. This fully remote role focuses on foundations, corporations, and government grants to support programs in Queenstown and beyond.

You will research opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and manage the applicant process from start to finish, collaborating with program staff and funders to ensure timely submissions and strong outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 3+ years of proven grant writing experience with successful funding outcomes.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Experience researching funding opportunities and understanding grant guidelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and grant research databases.
• Non-profit sector experience and passion for mission.

Responsibilities

• Research funding sources including foundations, government grants, and corporate programs.
• Write, edit, and submit persuasive grant proposals and supporting documents.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather data and statistics for grants.
• Develop and maintain a grant calendar with timely submissions and reports.
• Cultivate relationships with program officers at funding agencies.
• Track grants, manage reporting, ensure compliance with funder guidelines.

Skills

Grant writing

Editing

Research skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Non-profit experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Grant research databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an impactful charitable organization dedicated to serving underserved communities, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Grant Writer. This fully remote position is essential for securing critical funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to support our client's mission. You will be responsible for researching funding opportunities, developing compelling grant proposals, and managing the grant application process from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented writer to utilize their skills to drive significant social impact and enable vital programs in areas like Queenstown and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential funding sources, including foundations, government grants, and corporate giving programs.
• Write, edit, and submit persuasive and high-quality grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information, data, and statistics to support grant requests.
• Develop and maintain a grant calendar, ensuring timely submission of all applications and reports.
• Cultivate relationships with program officers at funding agencies.
• Track grant awards, manage reporting requirements, and ensure compliance with funder guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) as a grant writer, with a strong track record of successful funding acquisition.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to research funding opportunities and understand grant guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with grant research databases.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations and a passion for their mission is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience and demonstrated success.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development in grant writing and fundraising.

The profound satisfaction of contributing directly to the success of vital charitable initiatives across the region.