Grant Writer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years in grant application and writing or a combination of experience and education; knowledge of Winnebago Tribe grant programs preferred
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of federal grant systems (e.g., Grants.gov, SAM.gov, JustGrants, FEMA GO) and compliance requirements.
• Capable of identifying when subject matter experts and technical consultants need to be engaged during the project planning process.
• Ability to lead multiple grant development projects simultaneously while supervising staff.
• Ability to work flexible hours/shifts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong command of English to read, write, and speak fluently.
• Excellent technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional communications, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness.
• Self-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervision.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background checks.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be willing to pursue professional certifications and continuing education related to grant development, leadership, and project management as directed.
• Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
• While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Ability to operate a Tribal or Personal vehicle.
• Reading, writing, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong decision-making and organizational abilities.
• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to effectively prepare grant proposals, reports, correspondence, and presentations.
• Must demonstrate professional verbal and written communication skills with Tribal leadership, staff, funding agencies, and community partners.
• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

Nice To Haves

• knowledge of Winnebago Tribe grant programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Project Development Officers and Nonprofit Project Development Officers.
• Assign workloads and monitor progress to ensure timely completion of grant development activities.
• Research and identify federal, state, Tribal, and private funding opportunities.
• Lead the development, review, and submission of competitive grant applications.
• Review and approve grant narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation for quality and compliance.
• Coordinate project planning meetings with Tribal departments and leadership.
• Develop strategic funding approaches that align with Tribal priorities.
• Provide technical assistance and grant writing guidance to Tribal departments and Planning & Development staff.
• Coordinate internal approvals, Tribal resolutions, and grant submission requirements.
• Develop and maintain grant development templates, procedures, and tracking systems.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Human Resources, and other departments during project development.
• Represent the Planning & Development Department with funding agencies, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive Tribal information, grant applications, proprietary data, and other confidential records in accordance with Tribal policies and applicable laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Makes decisions in matters of significance.