Remote Grant Writer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 998,000 - 1,498,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible working hours

Fully remote work environment

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Grant Writer to secure funding for an environmental conservation nonprofit on a global scale. You will identify grant opportunities and craft persuasive proposals, working independently from anywhere and coordinating virtually with program staff to articulate needs and impact.

The role offers a remote-first culture with autonomy, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development while contributing to vital environmental

Qualifications

• Proven track record of funded proposals.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills.
• Experience identifying and researching grant opportunities.
• Strong understanding of grant cycles and non-profit funding mechanisms.
• Excellent time management and ability to handle multiple projects remotely.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team setting.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding sources from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write compelling, accurate, and compliant grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate virtually with program managers and other stakeholders to gather project details and impact data.
• Develop and maintain a grants calendar to ensure timely submission of all proposals and reports.
• Stweard relationships with grantors, responding to inquiries and fulfilling reporting requirements.
• Track grant funding and ensure adherence to all grant agreements and stipulations.

Skills

Grant writing

Editing

Research

Proposal development

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization dedicated to environmental conservation, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Grant Writer. This position is instrumental in securing critical funding through the identification of grant opportunities and the development of persuasive proposals. You will work independently from any location, collaborating virtually with program staff to gather necessary information and articulate the organization's needs and impact effectively. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a talented writer to contribute to vital environmental initiatives on a global scale, supported by a remote-first culture that values autonomy and impactful work.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grant funding sources from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write compelling, accurate, and compliant grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate virtually with program managers and other stakeholders to gather project details and impact data.
• Develop and maintain a grants calendar to ensure timely submission of all proposals and reports.
• Steward relationships with grantors, responding to inquiries and fulfilling reporting requirements.
• Track grant funding and ensure adherence to all grant agreements and stipulations.

Requirements

• Proven track record as a successful grant writer, with a portfolio of funded proposals.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience in identifying and researching grant opportunities.
• Strong understanding of grant cycles and non-profit funding mechanisms.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and success.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work environment.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and access to relevant training.
• The opportunity to contribute to significant environmental conservation efforts from anywhere.