Grants and Partnership Development Writer

GRANTS AND PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT WRITER

Join us as we go to the world’s poorest places – so the most vulnerable are not left behind.

GRANTS AND PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT WRITER 

Join us as we go to the world’s poorest places – so the most vulnerable are not left behind. 

About Hope and Healing International:

We are a Christian organization, working to bring hope and healing for children with disabilities in the world’s poorest communities.

About this Role:

Employment status: Salaried, Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Salary: TBD + Benefits & RRSP

Location: 1600 16th Ave - Unit 1, Richmond Hill, Ontario

Reporting directly to the Manager of Partnership Development, the Grants and Partnership Development Writer will play a pivotal role in advancing Hope and Healing International’s mission by managing grants and contributing to major donor engagement efforts. This individual will have full responsibility for researching, crafting, and submitting compelling grant proposals and managing relationships with grant-making institutions, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Additionally, they will collaborate with Partnership Development Officers to support the development of tailored proposals and stewardship reports for major donors.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Grant Research & Strategy:

• Identify and research funding opportunities from government, foundations, corporations, and other grant-making institutions.
• Monitor funding trends, donor priorities, and sector best practices to align proposals with Hope and Healing International’s mission and strategic goals.

Grant Proposal Development:

• Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of intent, and concept notes tailored to specific funder requirements.
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to create accurate and detailed grant budgets.
• Ensure proposals effectively communicate the organization’s mission, programs, and measurable impact.

Donor Proposal and Stewardship Writing (Major Donors):

• Collaborate with Partnership Development Officers to develop tailored proposals and stewardship reports for major donors, ensuring alignment with donor interests.
• Produce impactful 6-month interim updates and comprehensive 12-month stewardship reports, incorporating compelling stories, testimonials, and key metrics.

Grant Management & Reporting:

• Maintain and oversee a detailed grants calendar, tracking submission deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal opportunities.
• Prepare and submit interim and final grant reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Organize and maintain a comprehensive library of grant-related records, including proposals, reports, and correspondence.

Relationship Management:

• Build and sustain strong relationships with grant-making institutions, ensuring funders feel valued and connected to the organization’s mission and impact.
• Act as the primary liaison for grantor communications, including responding to inquiries and providing project updates.
• Collaborate with Partnership Development Officers to support donor stewardship and engagement efforts.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with internal teams, including International Programs, Finance, and Marketing, to gather relevant data and information for grant proposals and stewardship materials.
• Contribute to the development of major donor-facing materials, ensuring consistency and alignment with Hope and Healing International’s brand and messaging.
• Performing other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Our ideal candidate would have:

• Post-secondary degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, International Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in grant writing, donor communications, or fundraising.
• Demonstrated success in securing six- and seven-figure gifts through compelling proposals and stewardship efforts.
• Experience managing relationships with grant-making institutions, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Familiarity with the nonprofit sector, particularly in international development or disability-focused organizations, is an asset.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities with the ability to tailor content to diverse audiences.
• Strong ability to synthesize complex technical or financial information into clear, impactful donor communications.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Creative and innovative thinker with the ability to adapt to changing donor priorities and organizational needs.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, particularly with grantors and major donors.
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with design tools such as Canva, Adobe InDesign, or similar software is an asset.

Working conditions and other requirements:

• Hybrid work model: Work from home for part of the work week, with the option to work from home otherwise.
• Occasional overseas travel required to support program understanding, proposal development, and donor engagement.
• Full alignment with and commitment to the core values and mission of Hope and Healing International.
• A willingness to work collaboratively in a faith-based organizational environment.
• Must be fully committed to ensure that Hope and Healing International is a child/adult-at-risk safe organization.

Why would you want to come and work with us?

• You will work shoulder to shoulder with people excited about changing the world for children with disabilities so they can go to school, play and thrive in their community.
• You can bring your faith to work – it makes for an awesome atmosphere.
• We provide comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) 
• We want to support your plans for retirement, so we provide a generous RRSP contribution, up to 5% of your annual salary.
• We believe in meaningful time off, so we offer 15 paid vacation days starting from the first year of service, 10 paid personal days and days off to volunteer and for spiritual growth.
• Flexibility and work-life balance are important to us, so we provide a hybrid work model (two work-from-home days each week for most roles) and remote work opportunities.
• We love spending time with friends and family, so we end work early on Fridays in the summer to allow our team to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine.
• We observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with a day off and emphasize that the recognition and commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impact of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
• Employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We have ergonomic and comfortable workspaces/rooms, fitness reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
• We encourage employees’ professional growth. You will be eligible for paid training and development.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the highly supportive and cohesive culture we’ve built and for inspiring employees to do great work!

If this tempts you even a little bit and you meet the minimum requirements, let us set up a conversation.

Please forward your cover letter and resume in one PDF to [email protected] -  Only applications with cover letters will be considered

Hope and Healing International is a ‘child-and-adults-at-risk-safe organization’. As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to undergo Vulnerable Sector Screening. 

Hope and Healing International is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Hope and Healing International strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are accessible. If you require an accommodation, please advise HR in advance of attending the interview.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All other applicants are thanked for their interest.