Contract & Grants Funding Opportunity Writer

Cafy•Hyattsville, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Community Advocates for Family & Youth (CAFY) is seeking an experienced Contract Grants & Funding Opportunity Writer to provide part-time, independent contractor support with grant writing, contract proposals, and funding opportunity research. This role involves researching and identifying funding opportunities, assessing their eligibility and fit, developing proposals and applications, and maintaining a funding tracker. The contractor will also participate in monthly planning meetings and provide regular updates on deadlines and application status.

Requirements

3+ years of business or nonprofit grant writing, proposal/contract development, or compelling writing experience.
Demonstrated success identifying and securing funding.
Excellent writing, research, editing, and organizational skills.
Proven experience in grant writing, proposal development, or contract writing.
Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft clear, persuasive narratives.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
Self-motivated, collaborative, and mission-aligned with a commitment to community impact.

Nice To Haves

Experience with human services, behavioral health, victim services, or community programs is a plus.
Nonprofit experience preferred.
Familiarity with federal and state grant portals such as Grants.gov, SAM.gov, or similar platforms.
Knowledge of human services, youth development, or family advocacy sectors is a plus.
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Research and identify grants, RFPs, NOFOs, and other funding opportunities aligned with CAFY programs.
Assess funding opportunities for eligibility, fit, funding amount, and deadlines.
Develop and edit grant proposals, concept papers, letters of inquiry, and contract applications.
Gather information from CAFY staff and translate program data into compelling narratives.
Maintain a funding opportunity and proposal deadline tracker.
Provide recommendations on high-priority funding opportunities.
Identify 6 –8 qualified funding opportunities monthly.
Provide a brief funding-fit assessment for priority opportunities.
Complete or substantially advance 2–3 grant/contract applications or concept papers, depending on complexity.
Maintain an updated funding pipeline and submission calendar.
Participate in one monthly in-person planning meeting with CAFY leadership.
Provide timely updates on deadlines, requirements, and application status.