Part-Time Grant Writer (100% Remote)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced grant writer to work on a contract basis to support our grant writing and fundraising efforts. We are specifically looking for someone with at least 3 years of experience applying for and managing federal funding programs. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate success in being awarded grants between $100,000 and $1,000,000.

The grant writer will help us identify and apply for opportunities that can connect our company to funding available for frontline and essential workers and support program services focused on job quality, the future of work, apprenticeship support, and workforce development. We may seek program, capacity building, general operating and direct assistance grants. Funding opportunities could be governmental, regional or from private foundations; therefore, fluency in the varying requirements of the different funding types and sources is essential.

Candidates will be asked to share at least two examples of grant writing for grants that were awarded. Initially, this will be a 6-month contract position with the opportunity to expand to full time, permanent status once evidence of successful fundraising is determined.

Work is 100% remote and can be completed on a flexible schedule as long as deadlines are met. We expect a 15-24 hour/week commitment depending on specific grant deadlines. At least 6-8 hours of availability during business hours per week is required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Research, write and manage the full cycle of proposal development and grant submission
• Communicate requirements of varying grants across the organization
• Collaborate with WLP program and Salesforce teams to ensure required data and impact measure can be and is tracked
• Coordinate with WLP communication, impact and finance teams to ensure currency and accuracy of grant attachments and embedded data
• Ensure we are compliant with grant requirements, including federal government and IRS obligations
• Manage grant reporting; ensure all stakeholders are aware of deadlines and requirements
• Engage senior leadership (CEO, COO) in grant drafts where appropriate; balance independent writing with need to ensure the organization mission, work and impact are authentically communicated in all grant proposals
• Manage and respond to requests for special reports, collateral or materials that support fundraising efforts

Competencies and Experience

• At least 5 years of grant writing and management experience including 3 years of experience seeking and securing federal grant funding
• Demonstrated success at securing grants between $100,000-$1,000,000
• Experience writing proposals for workforce development, job quality, underserved communities, direct support, and basic needs assistance strongly preferred
• High follow through, attention to detail and ability to manage/meet deadlines

We value the lived and learned experience of all candidates and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage qualified candidates with all different experiences and backgrounds to apply.

About Us

We are a national nonprofit based in Denver, CO dedicated to creating socially sustainable communities and thriving workplaces. Our vision—that prosperity is possible for everyone through work—requires we influence CEO investments in quality jobs to improve the economic opportunity for their employees and lead a work environment where all people feel safe and supported. Our expertise is informed by the real and constantly evolving needs of all workers via the one-on-one support they receive from our Resource Navigators. We are People Helping People Solve Real Problems, providing personalized, immediate, one-on-one assistance when workers need it most. We are growing expanding our reach nationally across both middle market and enterprise business, and are looking for enthusiastically entrepreneurial, curious and experienced people to join our team.

Our Core Values

Brave • Cultivating Potential • Calm Resilience • Connection • Enthusiastically Entrepreneurial • Data Storytellers