Remote Grant Writer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development

Impactful work

Job summary

Placements24 and a forward-thinking non-profit are seeking a talented Remote Grant Writer to join their team. This fully remote role focuses on securing essential funding to support vital community work. You will craft compelling proposals and tell the organization's story to funders.

You will research opportunities, manage applications from start to finish, and collaborate with program staff to gather data, ensuring timely submissions and strong funding outcomes for the NGO.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Grant Writer with a strong portfolio of successful proposals.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills.
• Proficiency in grant research databases and online application portals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Comfort with remote work and collaborative cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit, and proofread high-quality grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information for submissions.
• Manage grant submissions and track funding outcomes.
• Maintain grant tracking systems and provide status updates.

Skills

Grant writing

Proposal writing

Research skills

Editing

Attention to detail

Tools

Grant databases

Online portals

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization, is seeking a talented and experienced Remote Grant Writer to join their team. This fully remote position is critical for securing essential funding to support our client's vital work in the Charity & Voluntary sector. You will be responsible for researching grant opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and managing the grant application process from start to finish. The ideal candidate is a skilled wordsmith with a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, able to articulate the organization's impact and needs effectively to potential funders. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while making a substantial contribution to the organization's sustainability and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit, and proofread high-quality grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and data for grant submissions.
• Manage the grant submission process, ensuring all deadlines and requirements are met.
• Maintain grant tracking systems and provide updates on application status and funding outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Grant Writer , with a strong portfolio of successful proposals, particularly within the non-profit or Charity & Voluntary sector.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills.
• Proficiency in grant research databases and online application portals.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills for a fully remote work environment, ideally located near Benoni, Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary offered for a fully remote position.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom to work from home.
• Professional development opportunities in grant writing and non-profit management.
• Directly contribute to securing funding for impactful community projects.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.