Remote Grant Writer & Researcher for Social Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work autonomy

Professional development in grant writ

Flexible schedule

Impactful funding work

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Grant Writer & Researcher for a fully remote role within South Africa, including Sandton-area initiatives. You will identify funding opportunities, research potential donors, and craft compelling proposals to secure funding for sustainable development and poverty alleviation projects.

The role requires exceptional writing, research and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple proposals across regions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Grant Writer or similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in researching grant databases, directories, and corporate giving programmes.
• Familiarity with grant funding cycles and proposal formats.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; able to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with CRM or grant management software is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Non-profit Management, or related field.
• Passion for the mission and ability to translate it into compelling narratives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential grant funding sources (foundations, corporations, government).
• Analyze guidelines to determine eligibility and fit with projects.
• Develop persuasive grant proposals, narratives and supporting documents.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information for proposals.
• Ensure accurate, complete and timely submissions.
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submissions and outcomes.
• Cultivate relationships with program officers and funding organizations.
• Monitor reporting requirements and assist with timely reports.
• Stay informed on philanthropy trends relevant to our mission.
• Contribute to fundraising strategy development.

Skills

Grant writing

Editing

Research

Time management

Independence

Proofreading

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications/Journalism/Non-profit Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM/grant management software

Job description

Placements24 is hiring a Grant Writer & Researcher for a fully remote role within South Africa, including Sandton-area initiatives. You will identify funding opportunities, research potential donors, and craft compelling proposals to secure funding for sustainable development and poverty alleviation projects.

The role requires exceptional writing, research and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple proposals across regions.