Job Description
Join Cincinnati Community Foundation as a Part-Time Grant Writer and play a pivotal role in securing funding for transformative community initiatives. We're seeking a passionate storyteller with a strategic mindset to craft compelling proposals that align with our mission to empower local nonprofits. This flexible position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact while working remotely 3 days/week, with occasional on-site collaboration at our downtown office.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify relevant federal, state, and private funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
- Write, edit, and submit high-impact grant proposals and reports meeting funder requirements
- Develop compelling narratives and budgets that demonstrate program feasibility and community impact
- Manage relationships with program staff to gather necessary programmatic and financial data
- Maintain accurate grant tracking systems and ensure timely submission of all deliverables
- Analyze grant outcomes and prepare stewardship reports for funders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Communications, Nonprofit Management, English) or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of proven grant writing experience with 80%+ success rate in securing funding
- Exceptional writing skills with portfolio demonstrating persuasive grant narratives
- Proficiency in grant databases (e.g., Candid, GrantStation) and CRM systems
- Strong analytical skills for budget development and outcome measurement
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across departments
- Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple deadlines in fast-paced environment