Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AmSkills is dedicated to expanding workforce development opportunities in manufacturing, public works, and skilled trades. They are seeking an experienced Grant Writer to secure funding from various sources and support their mission through compelling grant proposals and collaboration with program staff.
Responsibilities
- Research, identify, and evaluate funding opportunities aligned with our mission and programs
- Develop compelling, high-quality grant proposals, LOIs, and supporting materials for foundation, corporate, and government funders
- Collaborate with program staff to gather accurate data, success stories, and project details for submissions
- Maintain a calendar of deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements
- Track progress and success rates; provide regular updates to leadership
- Prepare reports, donor communications, and grant renewals as needed
- Contribute to broader fundraising and development strategies where applicable
Skills
- Minimum 3 years of successful grant writing experience, with documented funding wins
- Prior experience fundraising for nonprofit organizations focused on workforce development, skilled trades, manufacturing, or public works
- Strong understanding of economic development, workforce policy, and labor market challenges
- Excellent written communication, research, and project management skills
- Ability to translate complex programs into clear, persuasive narratives
- Comfortable working independently and meeting tight deadlines
- Familiarity with donor databases, prospect research tools, and CRM systems is a plus
- Knowledge of federal and state workforce grants (e.g., Department of Labor, apprenticeship funding)
- Relationships with relevant funders in the workforce development space
- Experience collaborating with technical program staff and community partners
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