Grant Writer

DickersonBakker; Pemberton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Deborah Hospital Foundation is seeking a Grant Writer to research, identify, and craft proposals to secure funding for healthcare initiatives at Deborah Heart and Lung Center. You will develop compelling funder narratives and budgets, coordinate with program staff, and lead end-to-end grant submissions.

This role emphasizes strong research and writing skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines, building donor relationships, and advancing the center's mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in grant writing, fundraising, within healthcare or related field.
• Proven track record of securing funding from private foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Strong research, writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Research, identify, and write compelling grant proposals to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and government bodies.
• Draft grants, budgets, and supporting materials for capstone proposals.
• Coordinate with program staff to gather information and align with organizational goals.
• Manage multiple grant projects and deadlines with strong attention to detail.

Skills

Grant writing

Healthcare fundraising

Research

Editing

MS Office

Grant management

Communication

Time management

Fundraising relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

CFRE designation preferred

Tools

Big Online

GrantHub

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, identifying, and writing compelling grant proposals to secure funding from private foundations, corporations, and government agencies to support the missions of Deborah Hospital Foundation and Deborah Heart and Lung Center. This position requires a strong understanding of grant writing best practices, excellent research and writing skills, and a passion for supporting healthcare initiatives.

Experience

Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in professional grant writing, fundraising, within healthcare or related field.

Proven track record of successfully securing funding from private foundations, corporations, and/or government agencies.

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a related field such as healthcare administration, business, nonprofit management, or English.

Preferred: Advanced degree (Master's) preferred.

License and Credentials

Preferred: CFRE designation preferred.

Skills

Bi-Weekly Hours: 80

Work Schedule: M - F

Excellent research, writing, and editing skills.

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadline

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and grant writing software (e.g., Big Online, GrantHub)

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with funders, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Passion for the mission of Deborah Hospital and a commitment to supporting healthcare initiatives.

Preferred: Experience with Raiser’s Edge database system