Senior Grants Specialist, Federal Grant Writer

Kim Joyce & Associates

. Draft, edit, and review federal, corporate, and foundation grant applications .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $67,500 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in federal grant writing with a proven track record of securing awards, alongside strong project management and organizational skills. Proficient in automating workflows and enhancing proposal quality through effective collaboration and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Grant WritingProject ManagementMicrosoft 365 ApplicationsAnalytical SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Grant WritingResearchProposal DevelopmentWorkflow AutomationData Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityProblem-SolvingMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsSharePointZoomDropboxGoogle Docs

Certifications & Qualifications

GPC

Industry Keywords

Federal GrantsGrant ApplicationsProposal QualityOrganizational ObjectivesStakeholder Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, edit, and review federal, corporate, and foundation grant applications
Conduct thorough research to identify federal grant opportunities aligned with organizational objectives
Distill complex information and data into compelling grant proposals
Take ownership of the grant-writing process and solve problems proactively
Manage projects through planning, organization, and attention to detail
Suggest process enhancements to improve proposal quality and streamline workflow
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information and ensure coherence in applications
Multitask and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Automate workflows, document procedures, and refine processes
Communicate professionally in writing and verbally
Create impactful grant proposals using advanced computer skills and Microsoft Office
Work independently with minimal supervision and ensure timely, high-quality completion
Coordinate input from team members as required
Report to the Director of Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record in federal grant writing with demonstrated success in securing grant awards
Minimum 5-7 years of grant writing experience required, including writing and submitting funded Federal grants
Strong analytical and deductive reasoning abilities
Exceptional attention to detail, execution, and follow-through
Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of tasks
Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders
Proficiency in written and verbal communication, English grammar, and formatting
Strong project management, multitasking, and adaptability skills
Aptitude for automating workflows, documenting processes, and improving procedures
Strong organizational skills and meticulous project management approach
Experience with Microsoft 365 applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
Experience with Teams, Zoom, Dropbox, and Google Docs
Bachelor's Degree in English or related field preferred but not required; advanced degrees preferred
GPC preferred, but not required
Must reside in the USA, excluding California, Hawaii, New York, New Jersey, Washington State, North Dakota, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands
Must work Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM in employee's home time zone; hours are not flexible

Benefits

Comp & perks

Minimum of 40 hours of Paid Sick Time (PST), based on state of residency
Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each calendar year for FT Employees
80 hours of Paid Vacation Time after one year of continuous employment for FT employees
120 hours of Paid Vacation Time after the 5th year of continuous employment for FT employees
9 Paid Holidays each calendar year
401K plan with matching up to 4% with immediate vesting
$50,000 in Employer Paid Group Life and AD&D Insurance
Employer paid Virtual On-Demand Counseling and Virtual Urgent Care through Recuro Health
Group Health Insurance with multiple choices available; employer pays a portion of premium
HSA option with compatible health plan
Voluntary Group Dental & Vision Plans
Voluntary supplemental plans including Term Life, Whole Life with Long-Term Care Rider, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Short & Long Term Disability, Gap, Hospital Confinement, and Beyond Med health and wellness discount plan
Professional Development opportunities
Company-paid certifications and continuing education