Grant Writer I

Dayforce

Grant Writer I writing and editing funding proposals and reports. Supporting Grants Manager in a nonprofit organization, maintaining grant calendars, and identifying funding sources.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grant writing and proposal development, with a strong ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple deadlines. Proficient in identifying funding sources and maintaining organized documentation related to grant applications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Grant WritingProposal DevelopmentStrong Written CommunicationFundraising TechniquesRaiser’s Edge

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Hard Skills

Grant Proposal WritingReport PreparationData CompilationDeadline ManagementFundraising Process Knowledge

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTask Management

Tools & Technologies

Raiser’s EdgeProspect Research Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDBachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Funding DeliverablesGrant CalendarRFP CoordinationFunding SourcesAgency Mission

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write, edit, and format grant proposals, reports, and other funding deliverables.
Support the Grants Manager and Senior Grant Writer.
Ensure all written materials reflect the agency’s mission, policies, and programs in a compelling manner.
Develop an in-depth understanding of agency-wide activities and programs.
Write compelling narratives for proposals, grant applications, letters of inquiry, and reports.
Coordinate RFP, application, report, and renewal details.
Maintain and monitor a grant calendar including deadlines.
Attend relevant trainings and meetings set by funders.
Identify new funding sources and maintain electronic files related to grant applications.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
one (1+) plus years relevant experience writing grants and/or proposals.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising processes.
Able to write and edit clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.
Able to gather data, compile information, prepare reports, and meet deadlines consistently.
Able to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously.
Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
Working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge (or similar database) and prospect research tools (Preferred)
Knowledge of fundraising information sources (Preferred)
Hold a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience (Preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)