[Remote] Grant Writer - Part Time/ Temporary
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a national nonprofit dedicated to connecting communities to the outdoors. They are seeking a part-time Grant Writer to produce persuasive grant proposals and reports, primarily focused on TPL's work in California, while ensuring compliance with funding entity requirements.
Responsibilities
- Write, revise, and edit (without the use of AI) grant proposals, grant renewals, and grant reports for foundations and corporations interested in supporting TPL, with a focus on TPL’s work in California. (75%)
- Work with relationship managers and project and program staff to conceptualize and refine written materials. (10%)
- Manage projects from inception to delivery. (10%)
- Help to ensure consistent messaging. (5%)
Skills
- Skilled grant writer with a background in nonprofit fundraising
- Ability to conceptualize and communicate persuasive materials for foundation and corporation funders
- Skilled at gathering and consolidating information from a variety of sources (both people and written material) to create cohesive and compelling written pieces
- Ability to write succinctly, following word and character count requirements
- Ability to project manage and function effectively as a member of a team, ensuring close coordination and integration with other staff members
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines and deliverables with quick turnarounds
- Experience and proficiency using Microsoft 365
- Interest in philanthropy
- Strong commitment to TPL's shared values (Belonging, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Hope) to effectively work across the organization
- Experience working in a Customer Relations Management (CRM) database a plus
Benefits
- As a temporary, part-time employee, you may be eligible for sick pay and a personal day, prorated for hours worked
- We also offer a 403(b)-retirement plan, currently with an up to 7% company match
- Competitive salaries commensurate with experience
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