Grant Writer - (National - Remote)

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits; United States; Remote; USD 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking nonprofit organization is seeking a passionate Grant Writer to join its Campus Support Team. This role is vital in securing funding through compelling narratives and proposals aimed at supporting single mothers in their journey towards economic mobility. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with various teams to ensure timely submissions of high-quality grant materials. With a focus on social justice and a commitment to empowering families, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing professionally within a mission-driven organization. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and possess exceptional writing skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Retirement Plans

Generous Vacation Package

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years proven experience in grant writing or fundraising.
• Strong understanding of social justice issues related to housing and education.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored narratives for grant proposals and reports.
• Manage multiple grant deadlines effectively each month.
• Conduct research to enhance the case for support.

Skills

Grant Writing

Fundraising

Research

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science, Community Organization and Advocacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

ABOUT JEREMIAH PROGRAM

Jeremiah Program (JP) is a nonprofit organization helping single mothers invest in themselves so they can thrive and take steps towards economic mobility by helping them access higher education, affordable childcare, housing, skills training and career development.

Jeremiah Program offers one of the nation’s most successful strategies for disrupting poverty, two generations at a time. At JP, we believe that no mother should have to make the untenable choice between investing in herself or supporting her children. Our holistic approach invites single mothers into the leadership tent and encourages families to bring all their identities to bear in achieving their goals in pursuit of economic mobility.

Founded in 1993, this year JP is supporting over 2,000 moms and kids across nine residential and non-residential campuses: Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Brooklyn, Fargo, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Rochester.

**Preference will be given to candidates who have fundraising and/or lived experience in one of JP’s Midwest-based direct service communities (Minneapolis, St. Paul, or Rochester, MN)**

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Grants, the Grant Writer is a key member of the Campus Support Team (CST), supporting JP’s institutional giving efforts by preparing narratives and other materials for corporate, foundation, organizational, and select government grants for JP's Midwest-based campuses. Working in close collaboration with the Director of Grants, as well as finance, program, data, development and leadership teams, the Grant Writer ensures high-quality, on-time submissions of grant proposals, reports, and other funder-related materials.

This role involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of JP’s programs and emerging initiatives, crafting compelling proposals that highlight JP’s two-generation (2Gen) systemic impact, and managing multiple deadlines effectively. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses strong communication skills, and can collaborate across teams to drive successful grant outcomes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Grant Narrative Development

• · Develop clear, tailored narratives for corporate, foundation, organizational, and select government grants, including LOIs and reports, aligned with each funder’s priorities, mission, and guidelines.
• · Manage a workload of 10-25 deadlines per month, ensuring timely submission of all materials.
• · Create strengths-based case statements and narratives that highlight JP’s work in the 2Gen model, housing, education, and social justice.
• · Conduct research on local and national trends to enhance JP’s case for support and inspire funder interest.
• · Perform prospect research to identify potential funding opportunities that align with JP’s mission. Provide relevant internal stakeholders with insights on funder eligibility and new opportunities.
• · Work closely with program, data, finance, and campus teams to gather necessary information on budgets, programmatic initiatives, and financial compliance. Ensure that all proposals accurately reflect JP’s activities and priorities.

Project Management

• · Lead the coordination of grant submission processes for assigned portfolio, including developing work plans, timelines, and meeting schedules, ensuring quality control and alignment with funder guidelines. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet submission deadlines.
• · Lead bi-weekly grant meetings with campus development staff to stay on top of and plan for all grant-related activities
• · Attend campus team meetings to stay abreast of programmatic updates
• · Keep team members and leadership informed of upcoming grant deadlines and cultivation strategies, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration across teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• · Use the CRM database (Raiser’s Edge) to track grant deadlines, record interactions with funders, and analyze progress toward grant targets. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• · Attend webinars and information sessions to stay current on upcoming grant opportunities and share insights with the team.
• · Assist with additional departmental initiatives that contribute to JP’s fundraising strategy and overall organizational growth.
• · Other Duties as Assigned: This job description provides a comprehensive overview of the role's responsibilities, but it's important to note that duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve with or without prior notice.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is deeply committed to social justice, with a strong understanding of issues related to housing, education, early childhood, and poverty, and a passion for aligning with JP's mission and racial justice initiatives. They're a self-starter who can manage projects independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues. With exceptional written and verbal communication skills, they can craft persuasive proposals and presentations. Creative and analytical, they can articulate funding needs clearly and design compelling logic models. Highly organized, they manage multiple tasks efficiently, meeting deadlines with attention to detail.

• · Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science, Community Organization and Advocacy, or a related field.
• · Minimum of two years proven experience in grant writing, fundraising, or a related field such as research or journalism.
• · Strong time management skills; highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to juggle multiple tasks at once in a deadline-driven environment.
• · Excellent knowledge of proposal/report submissions and fundraising processes in a fast-paced environment.
• · Excellent research, organizational and communication skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively. Experience writing in social justice and/or movement-building space is a plus.
• · PC proficient, and skilled with Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience or familiarity with Raiser’s Edge fundraising database a plus.
• · Professional conduct in all interactions with the highest level of integrity.
• · High energy, positive, “can do attitude,” flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail, high degree of initiative.
• · Ability to travel up to 4 times per year
• · A writing sample is required as a part of the interview process.
• · Applicants currently engaged with JP in any other capacity, such as Empowerment & Leadership Facilitator, Board Member, JP Fellowship participant, or similar roles, are not eligible to accept an offer of employment while actively involved in those programs. If you are interested in employment opportunities, please alert your program leader immediately.
• · Preference will be given to candidates who have fundraising and/or lived experience in one of JP’s Midwest-based direct service communities (Minneapolis, St. Paul, or Rochester, MN).

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $64,000 and $71,000 and are commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits as well as retirement plans and a generous vacation package.

All applicants are required to provide a current cover letter and resume. Your cover letter and resume should detail the following

• · Relevant skills and experience;
• · Your professional strengths; and
• · Your interest in and connection to Jeremiah Program’s mission

Summary

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.