Grant Writer & Development Officer

Placements24; East End (United States Virgin Islands); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Grant Writer & Development Officer to work remotely. You will craft compelling proposals, research funding opportunities, and build relationships with foundations to support the organization's mission.

The role requires proven grant-writing experience, excellent writing/editing skills, and the ability to synthesize complex information into persuasive proposals. This fully remote position offers flexibility, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Proven experience in successful grant writing and fundraising.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and synthesize complex information into compelling proposals.
• Familiarity with grant cycles, reporting requirements, and foundation databases.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities from various sources.
• Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with foundation program officers and key contacts.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and data for proposals.
• Manage the grant submission calendar and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Track grant awards, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations.

Skills

Grant writing experience

Writing/editing/proofreading

Research/analysis

Grant cycles familiarity

Time management

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and articulate Grant Writer & Development Officer to join their team remotely. In this crucial role, you will be the architect of funding proposals, crafting compelling narratives that secure essential resources for our organization's mission. You will research grant opportunities, develop persuasive proposals, and cultivate relationships with foundations and funding bodies. This position offers a significant opportunity for an experienced grant professional to work from anywhere and directly influence the financial sustainability and growth of our impactful charitable work.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities from various sources.
• Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with foundation program officers and key contacts.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and data for proposals.
• Manage the grant submission calendar and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Track grant awards, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations.

Requirements

• Proven experience in successful grant writing and fundraising, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and synthesize complex information into compelling proposals.
• Familiarity with grant cycles, reporting requirements, and foundation databases.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Philanthropy, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses based on funding secured.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave and public holidays.
• Professional development and training in fundraising best practices.