Grant Writer Jobs

A Grant Writer in school administration plays a crucial role in securing funds for the school by researching and writing grant proposals. They liaise with the school administration team to understand the needs of the school, which can range from acquiring new technology to launching after-school programs, then identify appropriate funding sources and write compelling proposals to convince these sources to provide the required funds. They also manage and oversee grants' timelines, ensuring all reports and other deliverables are completed on time.

An effective Grant Writer should possess excellent research, writing, and persuasion skills to articulate the school's needs and convince potential funders. They should also have good project management skills to keep track of multiple grants and their respective deadlines. Familiarity with the education sector and the specific needs of schools is beneficial. While there are no specific certifications required for this role, a background in communication, English, or related fields is often desirable. Prior to becoming a Grant Writer, a person might have roles such as a Research Assistant, Program Coordinator, or Fundraising Assistant within educational or nonprofit settings.

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Grants Management Specialist - Limited Service

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 2 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Department of Housing and Community Development is seeking a Grants Management Specialist to assist with administering "Phase 2" of the Homes For All initiative. This initiative seeks...

AB Christian Learning Center VISTA Grant Writer Year 3

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago

AB Christian Learning Center VISTA Grant Writer Year 3 Read Fort Worth is a collective impact effort mobilizing educators, funders, government, businesses, parents and community organizations to see...

27J Schools Grant Writer

  • Brighton, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 4 days ago

27J Schools Grant Writer JobID: 9564 Position Type: Student Services - Student Achievement - ESC/Grant Writer Date Posted: 4/18/2025 Location: Educational Services Center Date Available: June 2025 Closing...

Grant Writer

  • SC
  • 4 days ago
  • SC
  • 4 days ago

Posting Number TMP00488PO25 Job Code Title Grants Administrator I Advertised Title Grant Writer Campus Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK College of Sciences and...

Grant Writer and Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago

Grant Writer and Manager (2860 SE Holgate Blvd Portland OR) Tucker Maxon School image 1 of 1 2860 SE Holgate Blvd compensation: $28-30/hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Grants...

Grants Management Specialist 2 - Environmental Protection - Kanawha Co.

  • Charleston, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 13 days ago

Nature of Work Grow your career with us. Employee will be assigned to the Business Operations Office, Fiscal Services, Accounting and Financial Reporting & Sub Grants. We welcome you to join our...

Grant Writer

  • Schnecksville, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Schnecksville, PA
  • 17 days ago

Grant Writer Date Position is Open 04/07/2025 Work Schedule Full-Time Salary Ranges $57,108 - $81,380 FLSA Status Exempt Summary Researches, plans and facilitates acquisition of funds for development...

Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Grant Writer, Research Department, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine [R0140811] ROLE of the POSITION In the primary area,...

Sr. Grants Management Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

University of Rochester Sr. Grants Management Specialist in Remote Work , New York As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in...

Workforce Education Grants Manager

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Workforce Education Grants Manager to join our team of exceptional employees. This position is part of the leadership team...

Health Education Coordinator/Grant Writer. Job in Syracuse Gr8Jobs

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Health Outreach and Education Coordinator/Grant Writer - Outreach and Education Coordinator/Grant Writer - Competitive Salary, based on experience. $75,000 Per Year - DOE....

Grant Writer, Part-time [Active Recruitment]

  • Albany, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Posting Number: 0601215-NC Position Type: Classified Pools Position Title: Grant Writer, Part-time [Active Recruitment] Employment Requirement: Criminal Background Check - C4 Division/Department: Corvallis...

-Volunteer Manager & Grant Writer

  • Columbus, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 45+ days ago

-Volunteer Manager & Grant Writer Neighborhood Services Inc is a longstanding food pantry that has been serving our community since 1965....

Grants Management Specialist - IDEA

  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Provides advanced programmatic and fiscal expertise to support Director of Special Education regarding the administration of the school divisions Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)...

Grant Writer, Part-time [Applicant Pool]

  • Albany, OR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 60+ days ago

Posting Number: 0601215-NC Position Type: Classified Pools Position Title: Grant Writer, Part-time [Applicant Pool] Employment Requirement: Criminal Background Check - C4 Division/Department: Community...

Grant Writer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Grant Writing and Crowdfunding for Public Libraries
Learn how to increase your impact, innovate, and overcome often static funding through various fundraising and grant writing approaches. This course, part of the Public Library Management...
Grant Writer Certificate Course Online
In this part-time, online grant writer certificate course, you will receive a comprehensive introduction to grant writing. You will learn about the key aspects of the grant proposal process,...

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Salary for Grant Writer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Grant Writers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
50.9%
Doctorate Degree
26.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
High School or GED
0.5%
Some College
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Grant Writers
1-2 years
38.7%
4-6 years
23.0%
6-8 years
12.5%
2-4 years
9.2%
8-10 years
9.1%
None
6.9%
Less than 1 year
0.7%