Proposal & Grant Writer (Remote) at Janikoba Life Touching Foundation

Janikoba Life Touching Foundation is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of individuals and communities through sustainable development initiatives. We strive to make a positive impact in areas such as education, healthcare, livelihood, drug abuse, peace, conflict and community development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Proposal & Grant Writer

Location: Remote from anywhere or Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria (Hybrid)
Job type: Contract
Contract Duration: This is a 6-month freelance contract, renewable on a performance basis

Position Overview

• We are seeking a talented and experienced Proposal Writer to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing compelling proposals to secure funding for our various projects and programs.
• This role requires a keen understanding of our mission and goals, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to articulate our vision to potential donors and partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the search for and identification of potential funding opportunities.
• Contribute to verifying the eligibility criteria of each donor applicable to Janikoba Life Touching Foundation before developing and/or submitting projects and grants.
• Determine with Janikoba Life Touching Foundation team the number of high- quality proposals or grants to be written per week or month.
• Manage the details of the proposal development process to help ensure all components are vetted, completed, and reviewed prior to submission.
• Work independently and remotely to write compelling, clear proposal narratives and deliverables requiring few edits quickly
• Create client-ready deliverables with minimal guidance or oversight
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information for proposal development.
• Ensure that all proposals align with the foundation's mission and strategic objectives.
• Edit and proofread proposals to ensure clarity, coherence, and accuracy.
• Maintain a calendar of deadlines and manage the submission process for proposals.
• Participate in online and/or in person meetings for the follow-up, evaluation of the collaboration and or the amendment and validation of project proposals and grants written by the Grant Writer.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Project Management, Political or Social Science, International Relations, Business, Social Work or any related field.
• Proven experience of minimum 5 years as a proposal writer, grant writer, preferably in the non profit sector.
• Strong experience and knowledge in business development, fundraising, project management or local NGO management.
• Knowledge or familiarity with the root causes of poverty and the challenges of development, access to education, health and human rights protection in Nigeria or Africa;
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadline.
• Familiarity with funding sources and grant application processes.
• Be flexible, team-oriented and collaborative.
• Exceptional organizational and writing skills.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).

Remuneration
Attractive with added Benefits.

Application Closing Date
20th September, 2024.