Job Description
Are you a persuasive storyteller with a passion for driving social impact? Pacific Horizon Foundation is seeking a dedicated and experienced Grant Writer to join our Honolulu-based team. In this pivotal role, you will be the architect of our funding strategy, crafting compelling narratives that secure the resources necessary to power our community initiatives and environmental conservation projects across the Hawaiian Islands.
Join us in making a tangible difference by translating complex challenges into winning proposals for government agencies, private foundations, and corporate partners.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify new funding opportunities, including federal, state, and private foundation grants, tailored to our mission.
- Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals, narratives, and budgets that align strictly with donor requirements and evaluation criteria.
- Manage the entire grant lifecycle, from initial concept to final reporting, ensuring all deadlines are met and compliance standards are upheld.
- Collaborate closely with program directors and subject matter experts to gather data, technical details, and success stories for accurate reporting.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders through professional correspondence and site visits.
- Analyze funding trends and provide strategic recommendations to leadership to optimize our fundraising approach.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of funding opportunities and track submission status.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 4-6 years of successful grant writing experience, with a proven track record of securing significant funding in the non-profit or public sector.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail, grammar, and style.
- Strong research skills and the ability to translate complex data into compelling, persuasive stories.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with grant management software (e.g., Foundant, Blackbaud, GrantStation).
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.