Grant Writer

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, self-directed, and engaged Part‑Time Grant Writer to join our Development team at The Knowledge House (TKH). This role serves as the primary writer for grant proposals and reports, managing submissions, prospect research, and deadlines with precision and clarity. Success in this role requires staying informed about TKH’s programs and priorities to translate program and organizational information into clear, compelling grant narratives in alignment with direction set by development leadership.

• Serve as the primary writer responsible for drafting, editing, and submitting high‑quality grant proposals, LOIs, and reports in alignment with funder requirements and TKH’s goals.
• Collaborate with program, finance, and development teams to gather necessary data, stories, and budget details.
• Work with the Development Manager and Finance team to incorporate approved budgets and budget narratives into grant submissions.
• Maintain organized records of submissions and reporting schedules.
• Ensure all materials are tailored, timely, and aligned with TKH’s evolving strategy and funder expectations.

• Maintain and update a library of core narratives, templates, and attachments to support efficient and consistent proposal development.
• Work closely with the Development Manager to manage a high-volume grants calendar and ensure deadlines are met; assist in tracking key milestones in Salesforce and Asana.
• Provide weekly status updates to the development team, flagging any challenges or support needs.
• Participate in relevant internal meetings as needed to support proposal development.
• Work one day per week onsite in TKH’s Bronx office and be available during US East Coast business hours.

• Conduct prospect research to identify and qualify institutional funders aligned with TKH’s mission.

• 3‑5+ years of experience in grant writing and prospect research, ideally in a nonprofit or social impact organization.
• Proven ability to write clear, persuasive, and customized proposals and reports under tight deadlines.
• Experience working with grant budgets and budget narratives in collaboration with finance and development staff.
• Experience working with CRMs and project management tools (Salesforce, Asana preferred).
• Familiarity with workforce development, education, or tech equity is a plus.

• Must be available to work US Eastern Time hours, with in‑person presence at our Bronx office one day per week.
• Highly organized, independent, and resourceful, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal oversight.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

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$25‑30 per hour

20‑25 hours per week

• Pre‑tax commuter benefits
• 10 days of sick time per year
• Flexibility in working hours depending on team needs
• Hybrid work at TKH

It is the policy of The Knowledge House Fellowship, Inc. to promote and provide equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, Veteran status, genetic predisposition, or carrier status.