Grant Writer

Gender Freedom Society is seeking a diligent and creative individual to fill the position of Grant Writer. In this role, you will be responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government agencies in order to secure funding for the organization. You will work closely with the Fundraising team and leadership to identify funding opportunities and develop grant strategies, research potential funders, write and submit grant proposals, and manage the grant application process end-to-end. To be successful in this role, you need excellent writing skills, a strong understanding of grant writing best practices, and experience researching and writing grant proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government agencies in order to secure funding for the organization.
• Identify funding opportunities and develop grant strategies, including researching potential funders and developing relationships with funders.
• Write and submit grant proposals, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Manage the grant application process, including tracking deadlines and submitting reports.
• Collaborate with the organization's staff and leadership to identify and articulate the organization's needs and goals for grant-funded projects.
• Attend meetings, events, and other functions as needed to represent the organization and advance grant goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as English, Journalism, Communications, Nonprofit Management
• 2+ years of experience in grant writing or related field
• Strong understanding of grant writing best practices
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong attention to detail, and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Experience with fundraising software, database management, and reporting