Grant Writer - Non-Profit

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Fully remote work arrangement

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development opportunities

Contributing to education initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Grant Writer for a remote, impact-driven non-profit focused on educational initiatives. You will research funding opportunities and draft grant proposals to support diverse programs.

Ideal candidates have proven grant-writing experience, strong editing and research skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. This fully remote role offers work-life balance and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a grant writer with a strong portfolio.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to research funding opportunities and understand grant guidelines.
• Familiarity with non-profit operations and program development.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Research potential funding sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write clear, concise, and persuasive grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information and ensure proposal accuracy.
• Develop and maintain a grant calendar, tracking deadlines and submission requirements.
• Cultivate relationships with program officers and contacts at funding organizations.
• Monitor grant expenditures and prepare financial reports as required.
• Stay updated on trends and best practices in grant writing and non-profit funding.

Skills

Grant writing

Editing

Research skills

Proposal writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications/Public Relations or related field

Tools

Grant submission platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an impactful non-profit organization focused on educational initiatives, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Grant Writer - Non-Profit to join their remote team. This role is paramount in securing the necessary funding to support our client's diverse programs and expand their reach. You will be responsible for researching funding opportunities, crafting compelling grant proposals, and managing relationships with foundations and grant-making bodies. This is an excellent opportunity for a wordsmith with a passion for non-profit work to contribute significantly to educational advancement from a flexible, remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Research potential funding sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write clear, concise, and persuasive grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information and ensure proposal accuracy.
• Develop and maintain a grant calendar, tracking deadlines and submission requirements.
• Cultivate relationships with program officers and contacts at funding organizations.
• Monitor grant expenditures and prepare financial reports as required.
• Stay updated on trends and best practices in grant writing and non-profit funding.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a grant writer, with a strong portfolio of successful proposals.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to research funding opportunities and understand grant guidelines.
• Familiarity with non-profit operations and program development.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in research tools and grant submission platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development in the non-profit sector.
• Be part of an organization making a real difference in education.