Grant Writer & Funding Strategist — Flexible Work

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grant Writer and Funding Specialist in Rustenburg to secure funding for education and skills development programs. You will research opportunities, draft proposals, manage donor relationships, and coordinate with program staff to tell our impact story.

The role requires 3–5 years of grant writing experience in the non-profit sector, strong writing and project management skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. A passion for community development is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in English, communications or a related field.
• 3–5 years of successful grant writing experience in the non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to research funding sources and develop compelling proposals.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of grant processes and donor relations.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines and projects.

Responsibilities

• Research grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit and submit persuasive grant proposals and reports.
• Develop and maintain a grants calendar with deadlines.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with funders and donors.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information for proposals and reports.
• Track grant funding, budgets, expenditures, and reporting requirements.
• Assist in fundraising strategies and donor engagement plans.
• Stay updated on philanthropy trends relevant to the work.
• Ensure grant documentation is organized and maintained.
• Monitor funded projects and report outcomes to donors.

Skills

Grant writing

Proposal writing

Research

Stakeholder management

Editing

Microsoft Office

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications

Tools

Grant management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Grant Writer and Funding Specialist in Rustenburg to secure funding for education and skills development programs. You will research opportunities, draft proposals, manage donor relationships, and coordinate with program staff to tell our impact story.

The role requires 3–5 years of grant writing experience in the non-profit sector, strong writing and project management skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. A passion for community development is essential.