Job Description
Join our award-winning nonprofit team as a Senior Grant Writer and transform your passion for community impact into high-impact funding opportunities. We're seeking a persuasive storyteller to secure multi-million dollar grants for transformative local initiatives in education, healthcare, and economic development. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible remote options, and the chance to shape Wichita's future.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify federal, state, and private funding opportunities aligned with organizational mission
- Develop compelling grant proposals with budgets exceeding $500K
- Cultivate relationships with program officers and foundation representatives
- Manage grant reporting requirements and compliance documentation
- Mentor junior staff on grant development best practices
- Analyze funding trends and adjust strategies accordingly
- Collaborate across departments to gather program data and impact metrics
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of successful grant writing experience securing $1M+ annually
- Proven track record with federal (SAM.gov) and foundation grant applications
- Exceptional analytical skills for budget development and program evaluation
- Expertise in CRM systems (Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating $5M+ in secured funding
- Knowledge of Wichita's nonprofit landscape and funding priorities