Job Description
Join our award-winning nonprofit team as an Entry-Level Grant Writer and transform your passion for social impact into a rewarding career! No experience required—we provide comprehensive training to launch your grant writing journey. As a key member of our development team, you'll help secure vital funding for transformative community programs across San Diego. This is your chance to develop professional skills while making a tangible difference in education, healthcare, and environmental initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify relevant grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies
- Write compelling grant proposals and applications aligned with funder priorities
- Collaborate with program staff to gather program information and impact data
- Manage grant application timelines and ensure submission compliance
- Maintain accurate grant databases and reporting documentation
- Participate in grant strategy meetings and contribute to fundraising plans
- Support grant reporting and stewardship activities for funded projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong research abilities and capacity to learn complex information quickly
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Passion for nonprofit mission and commitment to community service
- Self-motivated with willingness to grow professionally in grant writing
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment