Senior Grant Writer, Institutional Giving (Hybrid)

Natural Resources Defense; New York (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Unplug & Recharge

Family leave policy

403b matching

Hybrid policy

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

NRDC is seeking a Senior Grant Writer to craft foundation and corporate fundraising materials, including budgets, concept notes, and proposals. You’ll work with global donor teams to translate complex program work into compelling narratives that meet funder guidelines.

Ideal candidates bring 4–7 years in nonprofit development, exceptional writing, and the ability to manage multiple high-stakes deadlines. This role supports a diverse portfolio from NRDC offices in the U.S. and abroad.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–7 years of experience writing for a high-volume nonprofit Development department.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Write fundraising materials for foundations and corporations.
• Collaborate with U.S. and international teams to align with funder priorities.
• Develop budgets, project plans, and donor reports with clear language.
• Lead writing assignments from planning through submission and coordinate contributors.

Skills

Superior writing skills

Foundation/proposal writing

International collaboration

Strong organizational skills

Independent time-management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Salesforce

Job description

NRDC is seeking a Senior Grant Writer to craft foundation and corporate fundraising materials, including budgets, concept notes, and proposals. You’ll work with global donor teams to translate complex program work into compelling narratives that meet funder guidelines.

Ideal candidates bring 4–7 years in nonprofit development, exceptional writing, and the ability to manage multiple high-stakes deadlines. This role supports a diverse portfolio from NRDC offices in the U.S. and abroad.