Grant Writer

The Nehemiah Center is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Grant Writer to join our team on a part-time, hourly basis. This individual will play a critical role in advancing our mission by managing a growing grant portfolio through compelling proposal writing, timely reporting, and stewardship of foundation relationships.

We are looking for someone who not only possesses strong grant writing experience but also has a genuine heart for the mission and ministry of the Nehemiah Center and the children and families we serve. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and passionate about helping secure resources that sustain and expand transformative programming.

• Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities aligned with the Nehemiah Center’s mission and strategic priorities
• Write compelling, high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding requests to foundations, corporations, and other grant-making entities
• Manage and maintain the organization’s grant calendar, including deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements
• Prepare timely and accurate grant reports, ensuring compliance with funder expectations and outcomes measurement
• Collaborate with program and leadership staff to gather data, narratives, budgets, and program outcomes for applications and reports
• Assist in cultivating and stewarding relationships with current and prospective foundation partners
• Maintain organized grant records and documentation
• Monitor grant awards, reporting schedules, and funding opportunities to ensure continuity and growth of the grant portfolio

• Prior grant writing experience is required, preferably in a nonprofit setting
• Demonstrated success in researching, writing, and securing grant funding
• Experience preparing grant reports and managing multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written, editing, and communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff leadership

• Experience working in education, youth development, faith-based, or family-serving nonprofits
• Familiarity with donor databases, grant tracking systems, and outcomes reporting

• Employment Type:
  
  Part-Time, Hourly, 30 hours weekly, 9am - 3pm.
• Location:
  
  On-site at the Nehemiah Center
• Compensation:
  Hourly rate commensurate with experience