Grants & Development Project Specialist

The Blue Bench•Denver, CO

1d•$33 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

The Grants & Development Project Specialist is responsible for managing the organization’s grant development workflow and supporting broader development operations. This role emphasizes project management, coordination, and accountability, while also performing grant research, proposal development, submission tracking, and reporting. Approximately 80% of the role focuses on grant-related project management and proposal development. The remaining 20% provide general development operations and donor-support assistance. This position is ideal for a highly organized project manager with experience in grant writing or nonprofit development who excels at moving work from concept to completion.

Requirements

2+ years of project management or operations coordination experience
Experience managing multi-step workflows with multiple stakeholders
Some experience in grant writing, nonprofit development, or proposal support
Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
Ability to manage deadlines independently in a part-time role
Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Experience in nonprofit development or grants management
Familiarity with Colorado or regional funders
Experience using grants management systems or CRMs
Background in fundraising operations or donor relations

Responsibilities

Grant Pipeline & Workflow Management Manage the end-to-end grant development process from opportunity identification through submission and reporting
Maintain accurate grant pipeline data, deadlines, and workflow stages in the organization’s existing tracking systems
Create and manage grant project timelines, task assignments, and internal checklists
Proactively coordinate with program, finance, and leadership staff to gather required inputs
Grant Research & Proposal Development Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
Draft, edit, and submit grant proposals and letters of inquiry
Adapt organizational narratives and data to funder guidelines
Ensure submissions meet quality standards and deadlines
Grant Tracking & Reporting Track submission outcomes, awards, and declinations
Coordinate preparation of required grant reports
Maintain organized grant documentation in shared systems
Reporting & Accountability Provide monthly progress updates on pipeline status, submissions, and upcoming deadlines
Ensure accurate and consistent use of organizational tracking and reporting tools
Assist with donor stewardship activities and acknowledgements
Support donor database accuracy and data entry
Assist with fundraising campaign and event logistics
Prepare reports and materials for development meetings
Provide general development administrative support as needed