Contract & Grants Writer

Advocates for Youth

Part-time grant writer supporting CAFY, a nonprofit empowering families and youth through advocacy and community programs. Researching opportunities and developing persuasive grant and contract applications.

Posted 8/17/2026part-timeHyattsville • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $800 - $1,100 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grant writing, proposal development, and securing funding opportunities, with strong capabilities in research, editing, and crafting persuasive narratives. Proficient in managing multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and collaboration with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Grant WritingProposal DevelopmentResearch SkillsFederal Grant PortalsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Grant WritingProposal DevelopmentContract WritingEditingResearchNarrative DevelopmentDeadline ManagementFunding AssessmentData TranslationFunding Opportunity Tracking

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationSelf-MotivatedCollaborativeAttention to DetailMission-Aligned

Tools & Technologies

Grants.govSAM.govFunding TrackerSubmission Calendar

Industry Keywords

NonprofitHuman ServicesBehavioral HealthCommunity ProgramsYouth DevelopmentFamily Advocacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and identify grants, RFPs, NOFOs, and other funding opportunities aligned with CAFY programs
Assess funding opportunities for eligibility, fit, funding amount, and deadlines
Develop and edit grant proposals, concept papers, letters of inquiry, and contract applications
Gather information from CAFY staff and translate program data into compelling narratives
Maintain a funding opportunity and proposal deadline tracker
Provide recommendations on high-priority funding opportunities
Identify 6–8 qualified funding opportunities monthly
Provide brief funding-fit assessments for priority opportunities
Complete or substantially advance 2–3 grant/contract applications or concept papers monthly, depending on complexity
Maintain an updated funding pipeline and submission calendar
Participate in one monthly in-person planning meeting with CAFY leadership
Provide timely updates on deadlines, requirements, and application status

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of business or nonprofit grant writing, proposal/contract development, or compelling writing experience
Demonstrated success identifying and securing funding
Excellent writing, research, editing, and organizational skills
Experience with human services, behavioral health, victim services, or community programs is a plus
Proven experience in grant writing, proposal development, or contract writing
Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft clear, persuasive narratives
Familiarity with federal and state grant portals such as Grants.gov, SAM.gov, or similar platforms
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail
Knowledge of human services, youth development, or family advocacy sectors is a plus
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field preferred
Self-motivated, collaborative, and mission-aligned with a commitment to community impact
Submit a resume, brief description of experience, and 1–2 writing samples or examples of successful proposals/writings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential to expand role and compensation based on performance
Remote/Hybrid Flexibility
Opportunity for Continued Work
Strategic Role
Flexible schedule
Wellness resources
Flexible work from home options available