Education Grant Writer & Fundraising Strategist

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Growth opportunities within the org

Mission-driven work

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Grant Writer and Development Specialist to secure funding through research, writing, and management of grant proposals for educational initiatives. You will collaborate with program staff to craft compelling narratives and ensure proposals meet funder requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, editing, and analytical skills, with a track record of securing grants and managing multiple deadlines in a non-profit setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Education, Public Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of grant writing and development experience
• Proven track record securing grants
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Strong research and analytical abilities
• Good organizational and project management skills
• Familiarity with grant management databases and MS Office
• Understanding of Gauteng educational funding priorities

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential funding sources (foundations, corporations, government) for educational programs in Sandton, Gauteng
• Write, edit and submit high-quality grant proposals and reports
• Collaborate with program staff to gather data and develop project descriptions
• Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and reporting requirements
• Build relationships with foundation program officers and donors
• Manage the grant lifecycle from identification to reporting
• Track funding, expenditures and outcomes per funder guidelines
• Support development of broader fundraising strategies and donor communications
• Stay updated on grant writing best practices and trends
• Maintain accurate records of grant activities and correspondence

Skills

Exceptional writing

Grant research

Project management

Independent / team work

MS Office

Grant process knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Grant management databases

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Grant Writer and Development Specialist to secure funding through research, writing, and management of grant proposals for educational initiatives. You will collaborate with program staff to craft compelling narratives and ensure proposals meet funder requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, editing, and analytical skills, with a track record of securing grants and managing multiple deadlines in a non-profit setting.