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- United States
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 8 November 2026
- Apply by
- 7 January 2027
Responsibilities
- This role is responsible for writing engaging and compelling content for grant submissions.
- Work closely with the Grant Writing Team Lead o to determine proposal concepts by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs.
- Developing grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization's goals, objectives, and strategies to potential funders.
- Collaborating with program staff to gather relevant information and data needed for grant applications.
- Submitting timely and accurate grant proposals to potential funders.
- Maintaining accurate records of grant submissions and outcomes.
- Staying current on grant funding opportunities and requirements.
- Attend Weekly team meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., communications, business, nonprofit management, etc.)
- At least 3 years of experience in grant writing, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
- Strong research and writing skills, including the ability to develop compelling narratives that effectively communicate the organization's mission and goals.
- Familiarity with grant application processes and requirements.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Must be organized and have strong attention to detail.
- Experience writing grants are preferred.
- Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.
- Attend Weekly team meetings: (Thursdays 9:15am -9:45am EST)
About JerseySTEM
All JerseySTEM roles are pro-bono (unpaid) positions.JerseySTEM is a mission-driven professional network of pro-bono contributors dedicated to improving access to STEM education and career pathways for underserved middle school girls in New Jersey.
Members contribute their professional skills and leverage their networks in service of the organization’s gender-equity agenda.Membership is a minimum six-month commitment of approximately six flexible hours per week and includes a $100 refundable deposit, returned after six months of active membership. K–12 educators, retirees, veterans, interns, and students are exempt from the deposit.
This is a pro-bono position.
JerseySTEM is looking for talented professionals across our departments to commit time and energy as long-term engagement for our mission to provide STEM education to underrepresented middle school girls.
In addition to Corporate and Individual donations, Grants are a potential large source of financial support for the JerseySTEM mission. As a Grant Writer you'll be helping JerseySTEM to source grants and complete grant documents.
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