Senior Grant Writer - Remote

Overview

The Senior Grant Writer will be responsible for identifying, writing, submitting, and managing grant proposals to support Communities In Schools’ mission of educational equity.

In Short

• Draft Letters of Inquiry, concept notes, and proposals.
• Research and identify potential funders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather data and narratives.
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience in K-12 education or economic mobility sectors.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS 360 and Salesforce.
• Travel up to 15% required.
• Work in a virtual environment with options to use the national office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• 6–8 years of experience in grant writing.
• Track record of securing successful grant awards.
• Ability to write compelling content for diverse audiences.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong research and data analysis skills.
• Self-starter with problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of the grant lifecycle.
• Integrity in handling confidential information.
• Passion for advancing educational equity.

Benefits

• Five weeks of Paid Time Off.
• Generous retirement savings plan contribution.
• 90% of employee health care premiums covered.
• Summer Work Schedule and Winter Break.
• Employer-paid income replacement programs.