The grant writer will be responsible for researching, writing and coordinating the grant application process; management of proposals and maintaining a donor database.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (any field);
• Strong knowledge of English Language, Journalism, Communications and Marketing; and
• Good background in Accounting – financial analysis.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write high-quality grant proposal narratives, applications, and supporting documents in response to a solicitation (The grant writer must understand the program for which he or she is requesting funding. To do this, the Writer must perform comprehensive research into the project.)
• Manage the proposal submission process to ensure timely submission of all required materials.
• Analyse the feasibility of the project’s budget.
• Research each grant-making association’s guidelines. Strictly adhere to these guidelines.
• Write grant applications that display meticulous grammar and spelling.
• After submitting a grant proposal, Coordinate and follow-ups on the progress of submitted proposals.
• If requested, submit progress reports to any grant-making organisation that has funded a programme.
• Conduct prospect research to identify, cultivate and solicit new grants.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, the candidate must be well-versed in the followings:

• Analytical: A grant writer will need to use both analytical and creative skills. First, he or she will analyse the data. How much money can this project potentially receive? Which grant-making organisations would be most likely to fund this project?
• Creativity: The next step involves choosing the most creative solutions for presenting the grant proposal.  
• Problem Solving: Creative problem-solving is another talent that characterises the best grant writers. This is especially important during weak economic times, and only the most convincing proposal will win the grant.
• Written communication: Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information (Systematic and thorough, with an eye for detail.)
• Oral and Interpersonal skills: In cases where the grant writer will have face-to-face or telephone conversations with the grant-making organisation. This requires charm, charisma and a dynamic personality.
• Cost Consciousness: The grant writer must be frugal and can work within the proposed budget.
• Technical skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills continuously.
• Strategic thinking: Understands the organisation’s strengths and weaknesses, identifies external threats and opportunities, and adapts strategy to changing conditions.

JOB FEATURES

Job Category	Home-based
Location	YUVA Head Office, Port Louis, Mauritius
Working schedule	Remote
Salary	Non-Remunerated

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