Grant Writing Business Development Associate - Remote

Overview

Parity Homes is a nationally recognized nonprofit real estate development company transforming vacant housing into pathways to homeownership. We are expanding our institutional funding partnerships with banks, foundations, and philanthropic investors to scale our impact across Maryland and beyond.

In Short

• Build and manage a pipeline of foundation, corporate, and institutional prospects
• Cultivate relationships with program officers, CRA officers, philanthropic leaders, and strategic partners
• Develop and execute outreach strategies that lead to meetings and funding opportunities
• Support negotiation and closing of grants, sponsorships, and catalytic capital partnerships
• Customize and refine proposals using existing grant language and materials
• Track cultivation stages, follow-up cadence, and revenue targets
• Identify and research aligned funders, grant opportunities, and institutional partners
• Collaborate with organizational leaders and program staff to understand funding priorities
• Manage the full grant submission process and maintain detailed records of submissions
• Contribute to strategic planning efforts to align grant-seeking activities with organizational growth goals

Requirements

• Experience in business development and fundraising
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Knowledge of grant proposal processes
• Ability to work cross-functionally with various teams
• Experience with CRM software
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
• Understanding of funding trends and best practices
• Commitment to the mission of Parity Homes

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the community
• Collaborative work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working hours
• Health and wellness benefits
• Supportive team culture
• Access to resources for grant writing and proposal development
• Networking opportunities with funders and philanthropic leaders
• Potential for career advancement within the organization
• Engagement in strategic planning and organizational growth