Senior Grants Specialist, Federal Grant Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Prepare, revise, and evaluate grant applications from federal, corporate, and foundation sources.

• Perform in-depth research to pinpoint federal grant opportunities that align with the organization’s goals.

• Transform intricate information and data into persuasive grant proposals.

• Take charge of the grant-writing process and proactively address challenges.

• Oversee projects with a focus on planning, organization, and meticulous attention to detail.

• Recommend process improvements to enhance proposal quality and optimize workflows.

• Collaborate with internal teams to collect information and maintain consistency in applications.

• Manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Streamline workflows, document procedures, and refine processes as needed.

• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.

• Develop impactful grant proposals utilizing advanced computer skills and Microsoft Office tools.

• Operate independently with minimal oversight while ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.

• Coordinate contributions from team members as necessary.

• Report directly to the Director of Operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A proven history in federal grant writing with a successful record of securing grant funding.

• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in grant writing, including the composition and submission of funded Federal grants.

• Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail, execution, and follow-through.

• Capability to work independently and take responsibility for assigned tasks.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Proficient in written and verbal communication, including English grammar and formatting.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and adapt.

• Ability to automate workflows, document processes, and enhance procedures.

• Exceptional organizational skills and a thorough approach to project management.

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.

• Experience with Teams, Zoom, Dropbox, and Google Docs.

• A Bachelor's Degree in English or a related field is preferred but not mandatory; advanced degrees are favored.

• Grant Professional Certified (GPC) status is preferred but not essential.

• Candidates must reside in the USA, excluding California, Hawaii, New York, New Jersey, Washington State, North Dakota, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

• Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the employee's home time zone; hours are non-flexible.

🏝️ Benefits

• Minimum of 40 hours of Paid Sick Time (PST), based on state residency.

• Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each calendar year for full-time employees.

• 80 hours of Paid Vacation Time after one year of continuous employment for full-time employees.

• 120 hours of Paid Vacation Time after the fifth year of continuous employment for full-time employees.

• 9 Paid Holidays each calendar year.

• 401K plan with matching contributions up to 4% with immediate vesting.

• $50,000 in Employer Paid Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance.

• Employer-funded Virtual On-Demand Counseling and Virtual Urgent Care through Recuro Health.

• Group Health Insurance with multiple options available; the employer covers a portion of the premium.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with a compatible health plan.

• Voluntary Group Dental & Vision Plans.

• Voluntary supplemental plans including Term Life, Whole Life with Long-Term Care Rider, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Short & Long Term Disability, Gap, Hospital Confinement, and Beyond Med health and wellness discount plan.

• Opportunities for Professional Development.

• Company-funded certifications and continuing education.