Job Description
Join Omaha's premier nonprofit organization as a Senior Grant Writer and make a transformative impact on our community. We're seeking a passionate, results-driven professional to secure multi-million dollar funding for critical initiatives in education, healthcare, and social services. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape the future of philanthropy in Nebraska. If you're ready to leverage your grant writing expertise to drive meaningful change, we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities
- Research, identify, and pursue federal, state, and private foundation grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
- Develop compelling grant proposals, narratives, and budgets that secure $500K+ in annual funding
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with program officers at 50+ funding institutions
- Collaborate with program directors to translate complex initiatives into fundable project plans
- Manage grant reporting requirements and ensure compliance with funder guidelines
- Analyze funding trends and provide strategic recommendations to leadership
- Maintain accurate records in grants management database (e.g., Salesforce NPSP)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of proven grant writing experience with $5M+ secured funding
- Demonstrated success with federal (SAM.gov) and foundation grant applications
- Expertise in budget development and grant financial reporting
- Exceptional writing/editing skills with portfolio of 10+ successful proposals
- Proficiency in grants management software and CRM systems
- Strong analytical abilities and data-driven decision making
- Knowledge of Omaha's philanthropic landscape and funding priorities