Volunteer Bid Writer & Manager
Skills
Bid ProcessesCopywritingGrant ProposalsGrant WritingGrief CounselingOralProofreading
What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., communications, English, nonprofit management) or equivalent experience
- Proven experience in resource mobilisation, fundraising or donor engagement (in the UK)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner
- Strong research and analytical skills to identify funding opportunities and assess eligibility criteria
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices, grant application processes, and funder requirements
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders, demonstrating effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with grant management software preferred
Nice to have
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Day to day
- You will be instrumental in securing funding for our organisation to continue providing essential services to those in need.
- Your main responsibilities will include independently developing compelling bids and grant proposals tailored to our charity's mission and objectives.
- Successful bids will be rewarded with a variable incentive.