Contract Grant Writer-OneJax

Description

Essential duties and responsibilities

Scope of Work & Deliverables: • The Contract Grant Writer will: Grant Prospecting • Research and identify local, regional, and national grant opportunities aligned with OneJax’s mission and funding priorities. • Develop and maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and submission requirements. Proposal Development • Lead the preparation and writing of compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry (LOIs), and supporting documents. • Tailor narrative and data to meet specific funder priorities. • Collaborate with program and leadership staff to gather program details, impact data, and budget needs. • Ensure all submissions are well-written, accurate, complete, and timely. Grant Reporting • Draft interim and final grant reports, ensuring timely and accurate submission per funder requirements. • Track deadlines for all post-award reporting in collaboration with OneJax staff. Funding Strategy Support • Contribute to the development of a short- and long-term grant strategy in alignment with OneJax’s strategic plan. • Provide regular updates on submitted, awarded, and pending grants. Offer recommendations for funder cultivation and stewardship where applicable. Administrative & Collaborative Support • Maintain records of all proposals, grant correspondence, and reporting in shared systems (e.g., OneDrive, Google Drive, CRM). • Participate in periodic virtual or in-person check-ins with staff to ensure alignment and progress. • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in representing OneJax. Evaluation and Payment Terms • Work will be reviewed monthly based on deliverables, deadlines met, and quality of submissions. • Payment terms: Based on invoices submitted upon completion of deliverables. • Contractor is responsible for their own taxes and benefits.

Qualifications

Qualifications • Proven experience writing successful grant proposals for nonprofit organizations. • Strong understanding of nonprofit funding structures, particularly in education, interfaith, youth development, and community engagement sectors. • Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines. • Familiarity with budget preparation and basic grant financials. • Experience with funder databases and CRM tools preferred.

How to Apply

How To Apply • To apply, please email Elizabeth Andersen, OneJax CEO, at elizabeth@onejax.org with your resume.