Grant Writer Job at ImpactHER

ImpactHER is an award-winning not-for-profit organization awarded by the African Union as the Best Women SME (small and medium sized enterprises) Support Organization in Africa; we empower African female entrepreneurs by bridging the gender business financing gap so as to help them realize their full economic potential.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Positionn: Grant Writer

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking for a Grants Writer/fundraising Specialist to oversee the development of our organization’s programs, lead our efforts in securing funding to help our organization operate throughout the year and ensure office administration.

Responsibilities

• Source, Identify, and apply for grants or other funding opportunities for the organization.
• Write program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of services to beneficiaries.
• Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the donor organization.
• Developing a budget and operating plan for the organization’s programs.
• Managing a team with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities.
• Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Research relevant projects, programs, documents, and topics as the need arises.
• Organizing programs and activities by the mission and goals of the organization.
• Developing new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Writing accurate and timely program reports based on stakeholders’ expectations throughout its life cycle
• Meeting with stakeholders for ease of communication and transparency regarding projects and decisions on services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3 - 4 years of experience in grants writing, fundraising, and programs management
• Proven experience in securing grants from U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID0 and similar grant funding agencies.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive data.
• Strong financial background.
• Strong writing and research skills
• Strong PowerPoint and design skills
• Proven ability to prepare and manage budget
• Excellent Interpersonal, written, and oral communication

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: hrintern.impacther@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.