Grant Writer

TEKsystems•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$35 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

Kids In The Spotlight (KITS) is an award-winning nonprofit that empowers foster care-impacted and underserved youth through storytelling, filmmaking, mentorship, and workforce development programs. Through innovative, trauma-informed programming, KITS helps children build confidence, develop career skills, and create brighter futures. We're seeking an experienced Grant Writer & Grants Administrator to help secure and manage funding that directly supports life-changing programs for youth.

Requirements

3-5+ years of nonprofit grant writing and grant administration experience.
Strong writing, editing, research, and communication skills.
Experience developing grant budgets, reports, and performance metrics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Nonprofit experience required.

Nice To Haves

Proven success securing and managing six- or seven-figure grants.
Experience with California state, county, or federal funding opportunities.
Experience with Monday.com and/or donor CRM systems such as Salsa Labs.
Experience in foster care, youth development, workforce development, mental health, arts education, entertainment, or related fields.
Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Research and identify foundation, corporate, government, and other funding opportunities.
Write and submit grant proposals, LOIs, sponsorship requests, and renewal applications.
Manage the grant process from application through reporting and compliance.
Develop grant budgets and budget narratives in partnership with leadership.
Track deadlines, reporting requirements, and grant activity in Monday.com.
Prepare interim and final grant reports.
Collaborate with program, finance, and executive teams to develop compelling proposals and measurable outcomes.
Support donor stewardship, funder communications, and funding strategy initiatives.