Grant Writer

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a grant writer to develop and submit grant proposals, nurture relationships with funders, and coordinate across departments to align funding opportunities with organizational priorities.

The role requires strong writing, project management, and donor relations skills, with experience in Raiser's Edge or similar grants management systems. Join the Baltimore Foundation team to advance grant funding initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of successful grant writing and coordination.
• Experience identifying and securing government agencies, private and public foundations, and corporate funders.
• Proven experience researching, developing, writing, and submitting competitive grant proposals, budgets, and reports.
• Experience managing multiple grant projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to translate program outcomes and community needs into funding narratives.
• Knowledge of prospect research tools and techniques.
• Understanding of grant compliance and reporting requirements.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience gathering and synthesizing information from diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, applications, and funding communications.
• Partner with program leaders to identify funding priorities and strengthen initiatives.
• Translate program data into persuasive narratives showing need and impact.
• Collaborate with internal partners to define project goals and outcomes.
• Develop narratives integrating community needs and outcomes for funding opportunities.
• Manage the full grant development process including budgeting support and submission.
• Coordinate proposals and timelines, gathering information from stakeholders and ensuring deadlines.
• Maintain accurate grant records and reporting schedules in Raiser's Edge and other systems.
• Coordinate proposal launches and grant kick-off meetings for funded projects.
• Facilitate proactive grant stewardship and regular communication with funders.
• Provide grant writing support for fundraising initiatives and special projects.
• Participate in meetings and professional development activities.

Skills

Grant writing

Proposal development

Stakeholder collaboration

Storytelling/writing

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communications

Independent work

Microsoft 365

Donor/grants systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Salesforce

Asana

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Develop, implement and achieve grant revenue targets in accordance with BSMH Foundation strategic plan and goals. This position will oversee grant writing including the development and submission of grant documents (letters of inquiry, applications/ proposals, updates and reporting). This person will also coordinate with BSMH staff and program leaders (as well as outside parties when appropriate) the identification, evaluation and development of a case for support for funding priorities aligned with BSMH priorities and funder requirements. This person will also maintain accurate information in Raiser's Edge, facilitate proactive grant stewardship and prepare and submit all required reports as scheduled or assigned.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, write, and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, applications, and other institutional funding communications that effectively articulate organizational priorities, community impact, and alignment with donor and funding strategies.
• Partner with program leaders and Foundation staff to identify funding priorities, develop project concepts, and strengthen initiatives for philanthropic investment.
• Translate complex programs, outcomes, and community impact data into clear, persuasive narratives that demonstrate need, effectiveness, and potential for measurable results.
• Collaborate with internal partners to define project goals and establish meaningful outcome measures.
• Development of compelling narratives for support by integrating community needs, program design, measurable outcomes, and beneficiary stories into funding opportunities.
• Manage the full grant development process, including research, proposal planning, content creation, budgeting support, and submission.
• Serve as a primary coordinator for grant proposals, organizing timelines, gathering required information from multiple stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining high standards for proposal quality.
• Maintain accurate grant records, proposal activity, and reporting schedules in Raiser's Edge and other Foundation systems.
• Coordinate proposal launches and grant kick-off meetings and facilitate communication among internal stakeholders to support successful implementation of funded projects and compliance with grant requirements.
• Facilitate a proactive grant stewardship plan to ensure regular and personalized communication, including annual site visits among funders.
• Provide grant writing expertise, guidance, and communication support for Foundation fundraising initiatives and special projects as requested.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, committees, events, and professional development activities that support Foundation goals and enhance grant fundraising effectiveness.

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5-7 years of successful grant writing and coordination
• Demonstrated success in identifying and securing government agencies, private and public foundations, and corporate funders.
• Proven experience researching, developing, writing, and submitting competitive grant proposals, applications, budgets, reports, and supporting materials.
• Experience managing multiple grant projects simultaneously, including complex proposals with significant funding objectives.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly, accurately, and persuasively.
• Demonstrated ability to translate program outcomes, evaluation data, community needs, and organizational impact into compelling funding narratives.
• Knowledge of prospect research tools and techniques used to identify, evaluate, and qualify institutional funding opportunities.
• Understanding of grant compliance requirements, restricted funding regulations, reporting expectations, and stewardship best practices.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, manage competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing information from diverse stakeholders to develop competitive funding requests.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and build productive working relationships with program staff, leadership, and external partners.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to assess funding opportunities and align them with organizational priorities.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and appropriately prioritize workload in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge, Salesforce, Asana, or similar donor, grants management, and project management systems preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Salary Range

Minimum: $28.83

Maximum: $44.69

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department: Baltimore Foundation

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affir…? please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .