Contract Grant Writer

Job Overview

The Guantanamo Survivors Fund seeks a skilled and experienced Contract Grant Writer to join our team for a short-term assignment to complete the tasks outlined below. The successful candidate will be responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding for our organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in grant writing, excellent research and communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Utilize grant research tools to identify funding opportunities from foundations that align with the organization's mission and projects.
• Write clear, compelling, and well-organized sample/template grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funder guidelines and requirements.
• Create—and update—a written bank of commonly utilized responses to grant questions.
• Draft sample letter of interest for submission to different foundations.
• Make connections with potential funders and grant-making organizations.
• Develop and implement a system to track proposals, RFPs, and other materials to ensure all deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a grant writer, with a successful track record of securing funding.
• Strong research and analytical skills to identify relevant grant opportunities.
• Outstanding writing, editing, and proofreading skills in line with Guantanamo Survivors Fund.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively, independently, and with limited oversight.
• A focus on delivering content that is high quality and on-time.
• Familiarity with diverse funding sources and grant application processes.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.

Additional Responsibilities

Dependent upon contractor availability/capacity