Senior Grant Strategist

DickersonBakker; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit consulting firm is searching for a Senior Grant Strategist to enhance their grant-winning efforts. This role involves collaborating with clients, mentoring grant writers, and crafting compelling funding proposals. Candidates should have at least 7 years of grant writing experience and a knack for storytelling. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, all while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Generous PTO

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of grant writing experience with proven wins.
• Experience mentoring others while managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop winning grant strategies and write compelling proposals.
• Mentor and support talented grant writers.
• Research funding opportunities and craft compelling narratives.

Skills

Grant writing

Storytelling

Mentoring

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Location: Remote (Dallas and Atlanta preferred)

Company: DickersonBakker (Dickerson, Bakker & Associates LLC)

Ready to make a real impact while helping others grow?

We're looking for a talented Senior Grant Strategist who thrives in a unique "player-coach" role. You'll get to do what you love—helping life-changing non-profits win more grants—while also mentoring and inspiring a passionate team of grant writers. If you're someone who gets excited about both landing major funding and helping colleagues reach their full potential, this could be your perfect fit.

What You'll Love About This Role

The "Player" Side (Your Direct Client Work):

• Partner with amazing clients to develop winning grant strategies and write compelling proposals
• Dive deep into fascinating programs and initiatives, collaborating with passionate teams to tell their stories
• Research funding opportunities and craft narratives that funders can't resist
• See your proposals come to life as they secure meaningful funding for important causes

The "Coach" Side (Leading a Team):

• Share your expertise by mentoring talented grant writers and strategists who are eager to learn and grow
• Review and polish proposals, helping team members elevate their craft
• Create resources, templates, and best practices that make everyone's work stronger
• Be the go-to strategist for our most complex and exciting proposals

The Big Picture Impact:

• Help shape our team's direction and ensure we're delivering exceptional work across the board
• Stay on the cutting edge of philanthropy trends and share insights that benefit everyone
• Foster a culture where learning, collaboration, and celebration go hand-in-hand

What We're Looking For

Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree (Master's is a nice bonus!)
• 7+ years of grant writing experience with wins you're proud of
• Experience mentoring others while juggling your own successful workload

Your Superpowers:

• You're a gifted storyteller who can make any program shine on paper
• Your organizational skills are legendary—you thrive managing multiple projects and deadlines
• You're genuinely excited about helping others succeed and grow
• Your collaborative spirit makes everyone around you better

Your Style:

• Approachable and supportive; people love working with you
• Detail-oriented but never loses sight of the big picture
• Curious and always learning about the latest in grantmaking
• Resilient and positive, even when facing tight deadlines

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits: Health insurance, retirement planning, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities
• Growth-focused environment: We invest in your continued learning and career development
• Meaningful work: Every day, you'll help organizations secure funding that changes lives

Ready to Join Us?

We'd love to hear from you!

Please send us:

• A cover letter that tells us your story
• Your résumé
• Two writing samples that showcase your best work (funded proposals preferred)