Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Pacific Community Initiatives, a leading non-profit dedicated to advancing social equity across Hawaii. We're seeking a passionate Senior Grant Writer to secure critical funding for our transformative programs in education, healthcare access, and environmental conservation. This is your opportunity to leverage your storytelling skills to make a tangible impact on Hawaii's most vulnerable communities while growing professionally in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Our ideal candidate thrives in collaborative settings, possesses meticulous research abilities, and excels at translating complex community needs into compelling funding proposals. You'll work closely with program directors to develop strategic funding plans and maintain relationships with a diverse portfolio of foundations, government agencies, and corporate partners.
Responsibilities
- Research, identify, and secure funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and corporate sponsors aligned with our mission
- Develop high-quality grant proposals, budgets, and reports tailored to specific funder requirements and priorities
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and potential funders through professional communication and reporting
- Collaborate with program staff to gather compelling data, success stories, and financial information for proposals
- Manage grant application calendars and ensure timely submission of all materials
- Conduct post-submission follow-ups and stewardship activities for funded projects
- Stay current on funding trends, policy changes, and best practices in grant writing
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Communications, Non-profit Management, English, or Social Sciences) with 5+ years of professional grant writing experience
- Proven track record of securing $500k+ annually in diverse funding streams
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail
- Deep understanding of Hawaii's non-profit landscape and funding priorities
- Experience with grant management databases (e.g., Salesforce NPSP, GrantStation)
- Strong analytical skills for budget development and program evaluation
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Portfolio of successfully funded grant proposals required