Hybrid Grant Writer — Environmental Conservation

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grant Writing Specialist for a charity focused on environmental conservation in the Eastern Cape. The role covers researching grant opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and managing the full grant cycle from concept to reporting.

You will work with program staff to gather data, tailor proposals to funder priorities, and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in grant writing and fundraising.
• Proven track record securing grants from various sources.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience researching funding opportunities and funder priorities.
• Budgeting experience for grant proposals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Develop high-quality, persuasive grant proposals, reports, and other funding-related documents.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and data for grant applications.
• Ensure all grant applications meet the funder guidelines and requirements.
• Manage the submission process for all grant proposals, ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submissions, and awarded grants.
• Cultivate relationships with funders and respond to inquiries.
• Track grant reporting requirements and ensure timely progress reports.

Skills

Grant writing

Research skills

Proposal writing

Communications

Budgeting

CRM familiarity

Fundraising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Grant management software

CRM systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Grant Writing Specialist for a charity focused on environmental conservation in the Eastern Cape. The role covers researching grant opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and managing the full grant cycle from concept to reporting.

You will work with program staff to gather data, tailor proposals to funder priorities, and ensure compliance with guidelines.