Job Description
Join Our Mission and Get Paid Weekly
The Austin Resource Collective is looking for a dedicated and strategic Grant Writer to drive our fundraising efforts. We are a mission-driven organization focused on empowering local communities through sustainable development and innovation. In this role, you will be the primary storyteller for our projects, securing the vital capital needed to expand our impact.
Unlike many organizations, we value your time and financial stability by offering weekly paychecks. You can focus on writing great proposals knowing your bills are paid on time every week.
What You'll Do:
- Identify and research potential funding opportunities from federal, state, and private foundations.
- Develop compelling narratives and budgets for grant proposals and reports.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and funders.
- Track deadlines and ensure all submissions are error-free.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth research to identify funding sources aligned with the organization's strategic goals.
- Write clear, persuasive, and compliant grant proposals, including executive summaries, needs statements, and budgets.
- Prepare required reports to meet grant compliance and stewardship requirements.
- Collaborate with program directors to gather data and impact metrics.
- Manage a multi-year grant portfolio and maintain a submission calendar.
- Optimize grant strategies to increase funding success rates.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in grant writing and nonprofit fundraising.
- Proven success in securing funding from government agencies and private foundations.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Experience with grant management software (e.g., Fluxx, Slate).
- A bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related field.