Grant Writer

Job Description

Part-Time, Remote Grant Writer at The Energy Project

Duration: 3 Months (July 2024 – October 2024)

The Energy Project (https://energyproject.org), an educational initiative for high school and college students focused on renewable energy entrepreneurship, environmental resilience and workforce development, seeks a skilled and experienced Grant Writer for a part-time, remote position. The role is for a three-month period beginning in July 2024.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify grant opportunities that align with the organization’s mission and goals.
• Develop and write compelling grant proposals, applications, and letters of inquiry.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information and data necessary for grant proposals.
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and submit timely applications.
• Track and report on the progress of grant applications and awards.
• Conduct prospect research to identify potential funding sources.
• Assist in the development of program budgets for grant proposals.

Experience:

• Proven experience in technical writing, specifically in grant writing.
• Strong strategic planning skills to identify funding opportunities and develop effective grant proposals.
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and persuasive narratives for grant applications.
• Experience in financial report writing to accurately report on the use of grant funds.

Candidate Profile:

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Not an entry-level position; previous experience in grant writing or a related field is required.

Compensation:

• Hourly rate of $27, not exceeding a total of 40 hours every month.

Additional Information:

• Bi-weekly 30-minute progress update meetings every Tuesday and Thursday.
• Use of project management software to document tasks and log hours.

Application: Submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your grant writing experience, and two references to [email protected].

Join us at The Energy Project to foster a new generation of technically skilled, innovative, environmentally conscious leaders ready to tackle future workforce challenges in the energy sector.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Work setting:

• Remote

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 20 per week

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any non-profit work experience? If yes, how many years and what was your position at the organization?
• What is the most successful grant you have written, and what attributed to that success?

Experience:

• Grant writing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote