Senior Writer, Proposals and Impact Reporting

UJA-Federation of New York

Senior Writer at UJA Federation creating donor-centered proposals and stewardship reports. Collaborating with teams to deliver compelling narratives and strengthen community relations in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 5/11/2026full-timeNorth York • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$79,000 - CA$89,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the research, writing, and design of compelling proposals and stewardship reports aligned with donor and fundholder priorities
Manage the full proposal and report lifecycle, including briefing, content development, design execution, review cycles, and final delivery
Research and translate complex program data and community impact stories into clear, persuasive narratives
Partner with fundraising and planning teams to identify proposal opportunities aligned with donors’ philanthropic priorities and community needs
Collaborate with planning staff to gather impact information and ensure accuracy
Create and maintain templates, design standards, and messaging to elevate consistency and quality across all proposal materials
Support the continuous improvement of proposal and stewardship report writing by regularly identifying opportunities for efficiency and deeper donor engagement
Ensure all materials reflect UJA’s mission, values, and brand

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in proposal writing, grant writing, or fundraising communications
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
Strong attention to clarity, tone, and impact
Demonstrated experience working with data and translating it into insights
Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design platforms
Relevant post-secondary education in communications, journalism, non-profit management, public administration or marketing, or equivalent experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work schedule
Offices closed on all Jewish holy days
Support for early office closures to observe Shabbat
Paid time off policy

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Hard Skills & Tools

proposal writinggrant writingfundraising communicationswritingeditingstorytellingdata analysiscontent developmentdesign executionreport writing

Soft Skills

attention to detailclaritytoneimpactcollaborationcommunicationcreativityefficiencydonor engagementorganizational skills