Grant Writer Job Description Sample Template
JOB TITLE:
- Grant Writer
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, compose, and deliver comprehensive and well-written sales/business development proposals for government RFPs.
- Responsible for word processing, editing, references, research, and quality check of small to large (400+ pages with 10+ appendices) proposals, including complex data tables, graphics, figures, and references.
- Assure file configuration control for complex documents in multiple pieces in continual revision.
- Interface with other document production staff and, assure quality check of final deliverables both hard and electronic copies.
EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree or BA, and successfully completed coursework in all of the following: writing, grammar, and advanced MS Word.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in grant or technical writing is a plus.
- Intermediate to highly skilled Editor with word processing software applications (primarily Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoho, and Acrobat).
- Excellent writing skills, including grammar-checking and proofreading abilities.
- Creative, clear, and compelling writing style with scrupulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- A command of effective storytelling.
- Strong project management and analytical skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities while performing at a high level in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as a self-starter.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Work is performed while standing, sitting, and/or walking.
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
- Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
- Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
- Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull light weights, up to 30 pounds.