Grant Writer

Constructive Dialogue Institute • New York, NY

2d • Remote

About The Position

CDI is seeking an exceptional writer to support our foundation and institutional fundraising efforts on a part-time contract basis. The Grant Writer will lead the drafting and revising of LOIs, proposals, and grant reports; synthesize inputs from staff; and help ensure that all materials reflect CDI’s voice and nonpartisan approach.
This is a writing-focused role that requires precision, adaptability, and comfort in writing about politically nuanced subject matter. The Grant Writer will report to the Co-Founder and Executive Director initially and later to the VP of Development (once hired).
Although this role is scoped as a part-time contract position, we are interested in developing a long-term working relationship with the right candidate. If there’s mutual interest, there may be opportunities to take on additional writing projects over time, including non-fundraising work.

Requirements

• Exceptional narrative writer and editor; able to synthesize diverse inputs, produce clear, compelling content, and adapt tone and style across funders and contexts.
• Experience writing about nuanced, politically complex issue areas, such as civic education, higher education, social science, pluralism, or related fields.
• Strong judgment, highly reliable, and able to follow written guidance and templates independently.
• Self-directed and organized, skilled at managing multiple tasks and deadlines without letting anything slip through the cracks.
• Meticulous attention to detail and committed to consistently high-quality work.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for grant writing experience, and track record of writing proposals that have resulted in major (six- or seven-figure) awards.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise high-quality LOIs, proposals, and grant reports. (approximately 25-30 per calendar year)
• Tailor tone and style to different funders and contexts.
• Translate complex or sensitive program information into clear, compelling narrative.
• Review and strengthen budget narratives for clarity and alignment with proposal content.
• As needed, contribute to additional written materials such as donor updates, impact reports, or similar materials.
• Consolidate inputs from CDI staff into coherent and compelling drafts.
• Work from templates, style guides, outlines, and past examples with minimal oversight.
• With support from CDI staff, ensure all materials reflect accurate and up-to-date program information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees