Grants Writer

Role Description

Join Our Team as a Part Time Grants Writer!

Are you passionate about supporting the nonprofit community and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated part-time Grants Writer to join our External Affairs Department!

• Wage: $32-36/hour
• Schedule: up to 20 hours per week
• Location: Remote

The Part-Time Grants Writer is responsible for researching, developing, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from government agencies, foundations, and corporate sources. This role focuses on maintaining a consistent and organized grant pipeline, ensuring all submissions and reports are completed accurately and on time. This is a part-time role designed to deliver reliable grant revenue through disciplined execution, strong writing, and effective coordination with internal program staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of grant writing experience in a nonprofit setting.
• Demonstrated success in securing grant funding.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accountability in a part-time structure.
• Experience collaborating with program staff to gather content and data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and grant research tools (e.g., Instrumental or similar).
• Familiarity with nonprofit funding environments in New York Preferred.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Requirements

• Proactively research and identify new grant opportunities from government, foundation, and corporate sources aligned with organizational priorities.
• Write clear, compelling, and competitive grant proposals.
• Prepare and submit all required application materials in advance of deadlines.
• Maintain and manage a comprehensive grant calendar, including deadlines, renewals, and reporting requirements.
• Track all submissions, outcomes, and funding decisions.
• Ensure no deadlines are missed.
• Work with program staff, including the Special Projects Manager, to identify program fit for funding opportunities.
• Gather data, outcomes, budgets, and narratives for proposals.
• Translate program impact into strong, fundable proposals.
• Coordinate with leadership to ensure alignment with funding strategy.
• Prepare and submit grant reports in accordance with funder requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all grant-related activities.
• Ensure compliance with all funding guidelines and expectations.

Benefits

• Supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth.
• Champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.
• Flexible and hybrid schedules to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays to ensure time to recharge.
• 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.