Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Flexible Grant Writer and make a tangible impact on Portland's vibrant nonprofit sector. We're seeking a passionate professional with exceptional writing skills to help secure vital funding for community-driven initiatives. This part-time role offers adaptable scheduling to accommodate your lifestyle while allowing you to contribute meaningfully to organizations that drive positive change.
Why Join Us?
- Remote-first work environment with 100% flexible hours
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Opportunity to work with diverse Portland-area nonprofits
- Professional development stipend for continued growth
Responsibilities
- Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with organizational missions
- Develop compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding applications
- Collaborate with program teams to craft persuasive project narratives and budgets
- Manage grant application pipelines and meet critical submission deadlines
- Build and maintain relationships with foundations and funding partners
- Prepare grant reports and impact statements for funders
- Stay current on funding trends and compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field
- 3+ years of proven grant writing experience with demonstrated funding success
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
- Strong research skills and familiarity with grant databases (e.g., Candid, GrantStation)
- Experience with nonprofit financial reporting and budget development
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grant management software