Development Writer-Healthcare Foundation

Saint Anthony Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance plans

Employer-matched retirement plans

PSLF Program eligibility

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Saint Anthony Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Development Writer to research, develop, and write grant proposals and donor reports to secure funding from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other sources.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of grant-writing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple proposals while collaborating with program staff, finance, and leadership to align funding with priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of grants/proposals writing and donor relations experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication with ability to facilitate strategy meetings.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration across departments.
• Healthcare or not‑for‑profit sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Funder research and prospect development: identify funding opportunities and manage a grant pipeline.
• Grant/proposal writing and submission: prepare letters of inquiry and proposals with budgets and data.
• Stewardship development: author stewardship materials and donor communications; support outreach.
• Collaborate with program and finance staff to align opportunities with priorities and ensure compliance.

Skills

Grant writing

Proposal writing

Donor relations

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Development Writer-Healthcare Foundation

Saint Anthony Hospital Chicago, Illinois, United States

About this position

Development Writer-Healthcare Foundation

Position Title: Development Writer

Shift: Days

Schedule: M-F

Compensation: $60,000.00-$90,000.00

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles

About Us

Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric hospital, your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care.

As part of Saint Anthony Hospital’s commitment to providing the highest quality health care, we will be building a new state-of-the-art hospital to serve as an anchor to the Focal Point Community Campus. Learn more at focalpointchicago.org.

Position Summary: The Development Writer is responsible for researching, developing, writing, and managing grant proposals and reports to secure funding from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other philanthropic sources. It is also responsible for writing narratives for special projects focused on advancing donor engagement and stewardship. This position works closely with program staff, finance teams, and organizational leadership to align funding opportunities with strategic priorities and ensure compliance with grant requirements.

The ideal candidate is a persuasive writer, strong project manager, and strategic thinker with experience in researching and identifying funding opportunities relevant to the hospital’s fundraising priorities and writing grants and proposals.

The person in this role will maintain a portfolio of prospects assigned as well as engage in efforts to grow the institutional team’s prospect pipeline. As part of their portfolio of special projects, this person will collaborate with the Marketing Team and others throughout SAH to develop projects inspiring current/prospective donors to give.

Key Responsibilities: Funder Research and Prospect Development

• Identify and research prospective funding opportunities from private foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other funding sources to meet funding needs; recommend prospects and solicitation strategies.


• Maintain grants portfolio assigned


• Maintain a pipeline of grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities and programs.


• Monitor funding announcements, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.


• Develop and maintain relationships with foundation and funding representatives as appropriate.

Grant/Proposal Writing and Submission

• Prepare compelling letters of inquiry, grant proposals, applications, and supporting documentation; ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling narratives.


• Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather and develop workplans and related data, outcomes, and budgets as required for funding application/proposal.


• Tailor proposals to meet funder requirements.


• Ensure all submissions are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.

Stewardship Development

• Contribute to the development of stewardship and solicitation documents such as the annual report, annual fund appeal narrative, concept papers, and other outreach materials


• Together with marketing and communication staff, create compelling and timely content about SAH fundraising priorities and results for use in print, electronic, and other communication channels


• Perform other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree


• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience writing grants/proposals, and managing donor and key internal and external stakeholder relations.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate internal strategy meetings; strong active listening.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team setting and collaborate across departments.


• Analytical and research skills


• Attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong time management and prioritization skills.


• Ability to manage multiple grant/funding opportunities simultaneously.


• Experience with a healthcare organization and/or the not-for-profit sector is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
  Coverage begins on first day of employment


• Employer-matched retirement plans


• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program


• Free on-site parking

Why Join Saint Anthony Hospital

• Community-Focused, Technology-Driven: Work in a setting that combines advanced technology with a mission-driven, community-centered approach.


• Competitive Compensation: Receive a strong, market-aligned salary package.


• Innovative Environment: Be part of an exciting transformation as we transition to a new, next-generation healthcare campus.


• Collaborative Culture: Join a close-knit team that values communication, teamwork, and mutual support.


• Professional Growth: Grow your career in an organization that invests in development and continuous learning.


• Meaningful Impact: Serve a diverse patient population and make a real difference in their healthcare journey.


• Recognition & Excellence: Proudly recognized as a Primary Stroke Center and a respected teaching hospital shaping future healthcare professionals.