Grant Writer Needed - Job Advert
We Are Hiring
Grant Writer for Shine Leadership International
Position:
Grant Writer
Location:
Remote / Uganda
Job Type: Part-Time Contract
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job
Summary
Shine
Leadership International is a dynamic youth-focused organization committed to empowering young
people with relevant work readiness skills. We are seeking a highly skilled Grant
Writer to help secure funding for our impactful programs that shape the
future of youth in Uganda and beyond. The ideal candidate will have a proven
track record of success in grant writing, excellent writing and communication
skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a
team.
Key
Responsibilities:
· Research and identify new grant
opportunities aligned with Shine Leadership International’s mission and
programs.
· Write compelling and well-researched
grant proposals to secure funding for Shine’s programs.
· Develop and maintain a grant work
plan to ensure timely submission of proposals and reports
· Develop budgets and detailed project
plans for grant proposals.
· Maintain a tracking system for
grants, ensuring timely submissions and reporting.
· Build relationships with funders and
stakeholders to stay informed about funding opportunities and priorities
· Track and report on grant outcomes
and progres
· Assist in creating compelling
narratives and case studies for reports and funding requests.
· Ensure compliance with all donor
requirements and guidelines.
· Collaborate with program staff to
develop program ideas, research proposals and budgets
· Stay up to date with industry trends
and best practices in grant writing
Key Qualifications:
- Proven experience (3+ years) and success in grant
writing and securing funding preferably for nonprofit organizations or
youth development programs.
- Strong research skills with the ability to identify and
assess new funding opportunities.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability
to craft persuasive and compelling proposals.
- Knowledge of the Ugandan nonprofit sector and
international funding landscapes is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and
under supervision
- A passion for youth development and Shine Leadership
International’s mission.
- Ability to set targets, meet deadlines and work under
pressure
Added Advantage
· Experience with grant management
software and databases
· Certification in grant writing and
Scientific writing
What We Offer
- A chance to contribute to impactful youth development
programs.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Flexible working hours with remote work options.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and mission-driven
institution
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- A dynamic, purpose-driven team working to empower the
next generation of leaders.
How to
Apply: Please send your application and CV
detailing your experience in grant writing to shineleadershipint@gmail.com
by 20th November 2024.
