Grant Writer - Remote Position

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Grant Writer to join a fully remote team, supporting charitable funding initiatives. The role focuses on identifying grant opportunities, crafting persuasive proposals, and managing applications from start to finish to sustain mission-driven work in communities like Upington.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of grant writing experience, with strong research, writing, editing, and organizational skills suitable for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven grant writing experience with a track record of securing funding.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills to convey complex information persuasively.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit, and finalize high-quality grant proposals and supporting documents that align with funder requirements and goals.
• Develop compelling narratives that articulate the organization's mission, programs, impact, and funding needs.
• Manage the grant submission process, ensuring all deadlines are met and requirements are fulfilled.
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submissions, and awards.
• Build and maintain relationships with program staff to gather necessary information for grant applications.
• Track grant reporting requirements and assist in preparing interim and final grant reports.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Proofreading

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications/Journalism/Public Relations

Tools

Grant management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Grant Writer to join their fully remote team, responsible for securing vital funding for their charitable endeavors. This role is essential for identifying grant opportunities, developing persuasive proposals, and managing the grant application process from start to finish. You will play a critical part in ensuring the financial sustainability of our client's mission, enabling them to continue their impactful work in communities like Upington . This remote position offers the flexibility to contribute significantly to social good while working from your chosen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit, and finalize high-quality grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents that align with funder requirements and organizational goals.
• Develop compelling narratives that clearly articulate the organization's mission, programs, impact, and funding needs.
• Manage the grant submission process, ensuring all deadlines are met and requirements are fulfilled.
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submissions, and awards.
• Build and maintain relationships with program staff to gather necessary information for grant applications.
• Track grant reporting requirements and assist in preparing interim and final grant reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) as a Grant Writer, with a strong track record of securing funding.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Strong research skills to identify relevant funding sources.
• Proficiency in grant management software and standard office applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A mission-focused environment where your work directly contributes to positive social change.