Grant Writer & Development Officer - Hybrid in Limpopo

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Social impact work in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 represents a respected charity in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeking a Grant Writer and Development Officer. The role identifies funding opportunities, crafts grant proposals, and supports fundraising to sustain the mission and expand outreach within the region.

This hybrid position combines focused writing and research remotely with in-person meetings and community engagement around Polokwane, offering a meaningful opportunity to advance grant funding and social impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a grant writer or in a similar development role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated success in securing grant funding.
• Strong research and analytical abilities to identify funding prospects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grant databases or CRM systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and corporations.
• Write clear, concise, and persuasive grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Develop and maintain relationships with potential and current funders.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and ensure proposal alignment with project goals.
• Manage grant reporting requirements and ensure timely submission of all necessary documentation.
• Assist in developing and implementing broader fundraising strategies, including donor cultivation.

Skills

Grant writing

Writing/editing

Fundraising success

Research/analysis

Microsoft Office/CRM

Time management

Tools

CRM systems

Grant databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 represents a respected charity in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeking a Grant Writer and Development Officer. The role identifies funding opportunities, crafts grant proposals, and supports fundraising to sustain the mission and expand outreach within the region.

This hybrid position combines focused writing and research remotely with in-person meetings and community engagement around Polokwane, offering a meaningful opportunity to advance grant funding and social impact.