Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Grant Writer and become a catalyst for transformative community initiatives. We're seeking a passionate professional to secure critical funding for our nonprofit programs serving underserved populations in Charlotte and surrounding areas. This role offers the opportunity to craft compelling narratives that drive measurable social impact while advancing your career in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify relevant grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies
- Develop persuasive grant proposals, budgets, and supporting documents tailored to funders' priorities
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with program staff to gather compelling program data and success stories
- Manage a portfolio of 15-20 active grants with strict deadlines and compliance requirements
- Analyze funding trends and emerging opportunities to diversify revenue streams
- Maintain accurate grant records and prepare monthly/quarterly reports for funders
- Mentor junior staff on grant writing best practices and ethical compliance standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Nonprofit Management, English, Communications) or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of proven grant writing success with $1M+ secured annually
- Portfolio demonstrating 20+ successful grant proposals across diverse funding sources
- Expertise in federal, state, and private foundation grant applications
- Exceptional writing/editing skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Advanced knowledge of nonprofit financial management and budget development
- Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce) and grant management software
- Strong analytical skills for program evaluation and impact measurement