Remote Grant Writer for Conservation Impact

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive pay

Impactful conservation work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Grant Writer for a respected environmental nonprofit in South Africa. The role focuses on researching funding sources, crafting compelling grant proposals, and managing the end-to-end application process from anywhere.

You should have a minimum of 4 years in grant writing, strong writing/editing skills, and a passion for conservation. Join a mission-driven team delivering real ecological impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in English, Communications, Journalism, Non-profit Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of dedicated grant writing experience with a demonstrable portfolio.
• Proven ability to research, write, and edit grant proposals for diverse funding sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of grant applications, including needs statements, budgets, and evaluation plans.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential funding sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write clear, concise, and persuasive grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documents.
• Tailor proposals to meet specific requirements and guidelines of each funding opportunity.
• Collaborate with program staff and leadership to gather necessary information for grant applications.
• Develop and manage a grants calendar, tracking deadlines and submission requirements.
• Maintain a database of all submitted proposals, awarded grants, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare interim and final grant reports in accordance with funder guidelines.
• Cultivate relationships with foundation program officers and representatives.
• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in grant writing and fundraising.
• Monitor impact and alignment with grant objectives.
• Contribute to the overall fundraising and development strategy of the organization.
• Ensure all grant-related documentation is accurate, complete, and well-organized.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Grant research

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Non-profit Management, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Grant management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Grant Writer for a respected environmental nonprofit in South Africa. The role focuses on researching funding sources, crafting compelling grant proposals, and managing the end-to-end application process from anywhere.

You should have a minimum of 4 years in grant writing, strong writing/editing skills, and a passion for conservation. Join a mission-driven team delivering real ecological impact.