Grant Writer & Development Specialist - Hybrid & Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a Grant Writer and Development Specialist for a progressive non-profit focused on sustainable agriculture and rural development. The role blends office collaboration with remote flexibility, based in or near Stellenbosch.

You will identify funding opportunities, write proposals, manage donor relations, and collaborate with program staff to articulate needs and outcomes. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in grant writing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 4 years of grant writing and non-profit fundraising experience.
• Proven track record securing grants from diverse sources.
• Exceptional writing, editing and research skills.
• Familiarity with grant management processes and donor relations.

Responsibilities

• Identify funding sources from foundations, corporations and government bodies.
• Write, edit and proofread grant proposals, LOIs and supporting documents.
• Develop and manage a grant calendar with deadlines.
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective funders.
• Collaborate with program staff to articulate needs and outcomes for proposals.
• Track grant reporting requirements and ensure timely submissions.
• Assist in fundraising strategies and donor engagements.
• Maintain grant activities in a CRM database.
• Stay informed about philanthropy and non-profit trends.
• Support organizational development and fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Grant writing

Fundraising

Stakeholder relations

Editing

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Development Studies, Non-profit Management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a Grant Writer and Development Specialist for a progressive non-profit focused on sustainable agriculture and rural development. The role blends office collaboration with remote flexibility, based in or near Stellenbosch.

You will identify funding opportunities, write proposals, manage donor relations, and collaborate with program staff to articulate needs and outcomes. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in grant writing are required.