Senior Grant Writer

Elevate

. Work with 4–5 nonprofit clients whose fundraising strategy, program design, or internal infrastructure requires advanced grant-writing support .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $62,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced grant-writing skills, including proposal development and prospect research, while effectively managing complex projects and collaborating with nonprofit clients to enhance their fundraising strategies. Strong attention to detail and accountability to deadlines are essential for success in this role.

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Advanced Grant WritingProposal DevelopmentProspect ResearchProject ManagementClient Coordination

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Hard Skills

Grant Proposal WritingResearch SummariesProgram DesignNonprofit FinancialsProgram EvaluationWork PlanningTime ManagementAttention to DetailDeadline ManagementStrengths-Based Writing

Soft Skills

CollaborationAccountabilityCommunicationProblem SolvingClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

DropboxSalesforceGoogle Groups

Industry Keywords

NonprofitFundraising StrategyFunder StewardshipInternal InfrastructureClient Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with 4–5 nonprofit clients whose fundraising strategy, program design, or internal infrastructure requires advanced grant-writing support
Plan, draft, edit, and submit approximately four written deliverables per client, including LOIs, grant proposals, reports, and concept papers
Identify funding prospects aligned with client strategies
Produce detailed research summaries presenting viable funding opportunities
Attend and participate in weekly or bi-weekly client meetings
Prepare for and participate in internal team check-ins
Collaborate with experienced Directors overseeing client work and aligning team efforts with institutional fundraising strategies
Contribute to Elevate’s culture and community through All Staff and department meetings, working groups, and committees
Support nonprofit clients across fundraising strategy, program design, prospect research, proposal submission, and funder stewardship

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 4 years of comparable experience with the key tasks and responsibilities
Experienced grant writer with advanced skills in proposal development, work planning/time management, client coordination, and prospect research
Demonstrated ability to meet the key competencies for the role
Ability to independently track and update work-related information
Ability to identify information and data needs and obtain information from Dropbox, Salesforce, Google Groups, internal check-ins, and clients
Strong accountability to internal and external deadlines
Ability to plan and manage complex, collaborative projects
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to resolve incomplete, inaccurate, or inconsistent program information
Ability to work with clients to keep submission deadlines on track
Strengths-based writing skills for proposals and reports across multiple issue areas
Ability to research funding opportunities aligned with different organizational needs
Command of basic program design, nonprofit financials, and program evaluation
Ability to independently request or compile strategically aligned attachments
Ability to assess whether materials support a successful application and seek support when needed
Must be legally authorized to work for Elevate and work for Elevate in the United States
Updated resume and cover letter required; cover letter must address relevant skills and experience, interest in the position and career advancement at Elevate, professional strengths, and alignment with company values

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work schedule
Health insurance: Elevate pays on average over 95% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 80% of the vision premium for employees only
15 days’ vacation
8 sick days
12 company holidays
2 hours of voting leave
16 hours of civic engagement leave
Winter Break: office closure during the last week of the calendar year
Summer Break: office closure during the first week of July
4-week (20 day) paid sabbatical after six years of full-time service
401(k) retirement plan with a 2% employer match after the first year
Reimbursements for personal cell phone and home internet
$200 initial office setup stipend
Additional $100 annual office setup stipend
$500 annual professional development stipend
Internal training program provided free to staff
Built-in mentorship and colleague support
Dedicated supervisor for training and professional growth
Established career development pathways
Opportunity to work with clients aligned with employees’ interests or providing exposure to new social change issues