Grant Writer (5 Month Temporary Assignment)

SOS Children • Washington, DC

5d • $25,000 - $30,000 • Remote

About The Position

SOS Children's Villages USA (SOS USA), the U.S. philanthropic affiliate of SOS Children's Villages International, is a public charity that raises funds from sponsors, sustainers, major donors, foundations, and corporations. SOS Children's Villages works in 138 countries and territories to strengthen families and communities, provide long-term care, education, and empowerment for children and youth, advocate for children's rights, and support children and families affected by humanitarian crises.

The Grant Writer is an integral member of the SOS USA Programs & Partnerships Team. The role researches grant opportunities, develops and writes proposals, and raises funds for international programs and innovative initiatives supporting children without parental care around the world. The Partnerships Team builds strategic collaborations with foundations, corporate foundations, and institutions to advance children's care, safety, education, and economic wellbeing. The position identifies new funding opportunities, guides strategic proposal development, and submits proposals intended to secure multi-million-dollar, multi-year foundation and corporate revenue.

This is a temporary, full-time assignment expected to last approximately five months, through March 15, 2027, with full-time availability from November 2026 through March 2027. Compensation is $25,000–$30,000 for the assignment, equivalent to approximately $60,000–$72,000 annually. The position may be performed fully remotely or from the Washington, DC office. Remote work is available only to candidates residing in states where the organization currently maintains employment operations: Colorado, D.C., Florida, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

Candidates must submit a cover letter with their resume. The cover letter should highlight relevant grant-writing experience, notable funding successes, and interest in the interim opportunity. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Requirements

• At least 3 to 5 years of demonstrated successful grant writing, prospect research, and fundraising with foundation, corporate, and government partners, including securing six- to seven-figure funding.
• Compelling writing skills, including storytelling, data analysis, and producing succinct summaries.
• Understanding of donor-market tools and trends, and willingness to research markets outside the typical scope and internationally.
• Knowledge of prospect-research resources and best practices.
• Ability to self-manage in a fully remote work setting, think critically, solve problems, engage in strategic planning, and improve processes.
• Entrepreneurial, results-focused approach and ability to stay focused on goals, prioritize competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow processes.
• Strong computer and Internet proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• High professional and ethical standards when handling confidential information.
• Commitment to SOS Children's Villages' work and its role in empowering children, youth, families, and communities.
• Submit a cover letter with the resume; include a fundraising writing example in the application.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or above in Communications, Journalism, Media, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of SOS Children's Villages or a similar international nonprofit.
• Experience with donor-market tools such as Instrumentl.

Responsibilities

• Write and submit compelling, compliant grant proposals, including statements of interest, letters of interest, concept notes, and full proposals, to engage prospective funders and secure grants.
• Research and identify grant opportunities, submit applications and other fundraising materials, and conduct outreach to prospective partners and donors.
• Manage funder-search platforms and update the prospecting pipeline weekly.
• Approach foundation and corporate foundation prospects, leverage existing contacts, and manage the funding pipeline.
• Coordinate across teams to prioritize funding opportunities, agree on actions, and gather technical and operational input for proposals.
• Use approved artificial intelligence tools to streamline prospect research and workflows and synthesize complex input for proposals.
• Provide systems-improvement ideas as needed.
• Commit to SOS Children's Villages International's Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy, prioritizing the protection of children.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible PTO.
• Unpaid parental leave.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Following the applicable waiting period, medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families.
• Company-paid basic life and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• 403(b) plan with match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level