Grants Writer

Our client, a large public higher education system based in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Part Time Grants Writer to support system level grant reporting and compliance efforts.

This temporary role is ideal for a detail-oriented writer with strong analytical skills and experience translating data into clear, compliance focused narratives for state or federal grants.

• Collect, review, and synthesize program, enrollment, labor market, and performance data required for grant reporting.
• Collaborate with campus leadership, faculty, workforce programs, and institutional reporting teams to gather supporting documentation and verify data accuracy.
• Draft, edit, and format narrative components of grant reports to ensure clarity, compliance, and alignment with federal and state guidelines.
• Prepare summaries, charts, tables, and supporting materials that explain findings, trends, and recommendations.
• Maintain tracking systems for data submissions, documentation, and reporting deadlines.
• Ensure all submitted reports meet standards for accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Communicate outstanding data needs, errors, or follow up items to stakeholders.
• Prepare internal briefing materials and presentations for leadership review.
• Support cross campus coordination and assist with training or guidance related to the data collection process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support grant compliance and institutional initiatives.

• Two to three years of professional writing experience including grants, reports, technical documents, research summaries, or academic writing.
• Experience with data interpretation including tables, charts, and trend analysis.
• Familiarity with compliance-based evidence driven writing.

• Strong analytical and writing skills with the ability to translate data into clear and concise narrative summaries.
• Knowledge of grant reporting processes with preference for Perkins V or similar state or federal compliance frameworks.
• Ability to interpret institutional data, workforce labor market information, and enrollment trends.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in written work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when coordinating with multiple departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word and data management tools.
• Ability to work under deadlines, manage multiple reporting tasks, and maintain documentation for audit purposes.

This is a contract role beginning January 26, 2026, and ending March 27, 2026. This is a Part‑time position.

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