Development – Grant Writing Consultant

Chicago Jobs Council

. Research, identify, and evaluate local, regional, and national foundation, corporate, and government grant opportunities aligned with CJC’s mission .

Posted 9/21/2026contractChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit grant writing, prospect research, and grant management, with a strong focus on budgeting literacy and organizational skills. Proven ability to develop compelling proposals and maintain compliance with funding requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Nonprofit Grant WritingProspect ResearchGrant ManagementBudgeting LiteracyOrganizational Skills

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Grant ApplicationsProposal WritingEditingData AnalysisProgram Metrics

Soft Skills

Persuasive WritingAttention to DetailCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Database Management

Industry Keywords

Workforce DevelopmentHuman ServicesPolicy AdvocacyIllinoisChicago

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, identify, and evaluate local, regional, and national foundation, corporate, and government grant opportunities aligned with CJC’s mission
Maintain and update CJC’s funding calendar, including deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal opportunities
Write, edit, and submit grant applications, letters of inquiry, proposals, budget narratives, and reports
Collaborate with the CEO and Programmatic Leadership team on special campaigns and strategy sessions
Develop proposal concepts and narratives using data, program metrics, and operational details
Monitor active grants for programmatic deliverables, reporting milestones, and financial compliance
Work with the Director of Operations and Strategic Initiatives to submit progress reports to funders and dashboard reporting for board meetings
Support core fundraising operations and database management

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of proven success in nonprofit grant writing, prospect research, and grant management
Experience within workforce development, human services, or policy advocacy in Illinois/Chicago is a strong plus
Excellent persuasive writing and editing skills
Budgeting literacy
Organizational skills
Strict attention to detail
Commitment to CJC’s mission and vision