Contract · Remote
Grant Writer/Contractor
This is a high-impact contract role for a strategic grant professional looking to lead the funding efforts for a major New Mexico nonprofit. Unlike typical writing roles, this position empowers the contractor to act as a consultant, advising on strategy and fit while managing a sophisticated pipeline of applications. It is an ideal match for a self-starter who excels in remote environments and wants to see their work result in direct community benefits.
LifeROOTS, Inc. · Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States · Posted 21 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a high-impact contract role for a strategic grant professional looking to lead the funding efforts for a major New Mexico nonprofit. Unlike typical writing roles, this position empowers the contractor to act as a consultant, advising on strategy and fit while managing a sophisticated pipeline of applications. It is an ideal match for a self-starter who excels in remote environments and wants to see their work result in direct community benefits.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and catalog grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
- Construct a comprehensive Grant Submission Plan with firm deadlines
- Draft and submit at least four major grant applications within a six-month window
- Act as the primary point of contact for funder inquiries and technical clarifications
- Collaborate with leadership to ensure grant budgets are accurate and competitive
Essential
- Proven track record of securing grant funding for nonprofit organizations
- Ability to conduct comprehensive research across foundation, state, local, and federal sources
- Expertise in strategic assessment of grant competitiveness and organizational fit
- Capability to develop customized, non-boilerplate proposals
- Experience in budget collaboration and financial alignment for grant applications
- Commitment to strict confidentiality and ethical fundraising standards
Preferred
- Experience within the disability services sector
- Background in workforce development or youth programming
- Familiarity with government funding cycles and compliance
- Lived experience with disability or veteran status
Key Skills
Strategic Grant PlanningTechnical WritingProspect ResearchBudget DevelopmentStakeholder CommunicationProject ManagementIndependent Problem Solving
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Fully remote work environment
- High degree of professional autonomy
- Structured project scope with clear deliverables
- Flexible scheduling with no fixed hourly requirements
- Opportunity to support a high-impact social mission
- Potential for contract renewal
Next step
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