Grant Funding Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first role

Flexible schedule

Competitive contract terms

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grant Funding Specialist to secure resources for expanding impact across Limpopo and beyond. This remote-first role focuses on identifying grant opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and managing relationships with funders.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills with a proven track record in grant acquisition and fundraising within the nonprofit sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• 5+ years of demonstrable grant writing and fundraising experience with a strong portfolio.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills for compelling narratives.
• Proven ability to research and identify funding opportunities.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Familiarity with grant databases and research tools.

Responsibilities

• Research potential grant opportunities from foundations, government, and CSR programs.
• Develop high-quality grant proposals, including narratives and budgets.
• Manage full grant lifecycle from prospecting to reporting and compliance.
• Cultivate relationships with program officers and funders.
• Monitor grant status and ensure timely reports and updates.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather data for applications and reports.
• Analyze grant performance and refine fundraising strategies.
• Stay informed about best practices in grant writing and nonprofit fundraising.
• Maintain an organized system for tracking opportunities and awarded funds.
• Contribute to development strategy with insights on Limpopo funding landscapes.

Skills

Grant writing

Research

Proposal development

Stakeholder management

Editing & proofreading

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Foundation Directory Online

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to empowering marginalized communities through sustainable economic development initiatives, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Grant Funding Specialist. This role is crucial for securing the financial resources necessary to expand our reach and impact across Limpopo and beyond. As a remote-first position, you will work independently from your location, focusing on identifying grant opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and managing relationships with funding bodies. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills, with a proven history of success in grant acquisition. This is a pivotal role for someone passionate about social change and adept at navigating the complex landscape of grant funding.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and corporate social responsibility programs that align with the organization's mission.
• Develop high-quality, persuasive grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation, adhering to funder guidelines.
• Manage the full grant lifecycle, from prospecting and proposal submission to reporting and compliance.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with program officers and key contacts at funding organizations.
• Monitor grant status and ensure timely submission of all required reports and updates.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and data for grant applications and reports.
• Analyze grant performance and funding trends to refine future fundraising strategies.
• Stay informed about best practices in grant writing and non-profit fundraising.
• Maintain an organized system for tracking grant opportunities, applications, and awarded funds.
• Contribute to the overall development strategy by providing insights on funding landscapes relevant to Limpopo initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrable experience in grant writing and fundraising, with a strong portfolio of successful proposals.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Proven ability to research and identify relevant funding opportunities.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Proficiency in grant databases and research tools (e.g., Foundation Directory Online).
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively in a remote work environment.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with the non-profit sector and the specific needs of communities in Limpopo is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and virtual collaboration skills.

Benefits

This contract role offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and proven success. As a remote position, you benefit from the flexibility to work from anywhere. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your grant-writing expertise to significantly contribute to impactful economic development projects in Limpopo and support a vital mission.