Amos House seeks a skilled writer who can translate life-changing work into compelling proposals that secure funding for housing, workforce development, health care, recovery services, and homelessness programs serving thousands of Rhode Islanders each year. The Grant Writer will play a key role in sustaining and expanding these programs by researching funding opportunities, developing grant proposals, and supporting grant reporting.
Working under the direction of the Grants Manager, the Grant Writer will collaborate closely with program leadership, finance staff, and other departments to gather information, develop narratives, and communicate program impact. The ideal candidate is a strong writer who is curious, detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines while working effectively with colleagues across the organization.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Grant Research and Planning
- Research and identify funding opportunities aligned with Amos House priorities
- Monitor funding trends, announcements, and requests for proposals
- Maintain prospective funding and submission tracking systems
Proposal Development and Submission
- Coordinate proposal development with program, finance, and leadership staff
- Research, write, edit, and submit proposals to foundation, corporate, and government funders
- Develop compelling narratives that communicate community need, program design, outcomes, and impact
- Gather supporting documentation and ensure compliance with funder requirements and deadlines
Grant Administration
- Maintain organized grant files, boilerplate materials, and submission records
- Assist with narrative grant reports and other funder communications
- Collaborate with the Data Manager to incorporate outcomes and performance metrics into proposals and reports
- Support timely completion of reporting requirements
Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, creativity, and exceptional attention to detail
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field
- Two years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, communications, proposal development, journalism, technical writing, public policy, or a related field preferred
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, persuasive, and well-organized proposals
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff across departments and with individuals representing a variety of professional roles, perspectives, and work styles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint; experience with grant management systems preferred
Job Type
- Full-time
- 40 hours/week, M-F, 8-hour day shifts
- Occasional nights and weekends may be necessary
Salary: $65,000-$80,000 per year
Benefits
- 401(k) & 401(k) match
- Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
To Apply: Email resume, cover letter, and writing samples to Tyla Pimentel at tpimentel@amoshouse.com.
About Amos House
Founded in 1976, Amos House helps people help themselves out of homelessness and poverty through housing, workforce development, recovery support, health care, and other vital services. Guided by the belief that all people deserve dignity, respect, and the opportunity to succeed, Amos House serves thousands of Rhode Islanders each year through innovative, community-centered programs.
Amos House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
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