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CDI is seeking an exceptional writer to support our foundation and institutional fundraising efforts on a part-time contract basis. The Grant Writer will lead the drafting and revising of LOIs, proposals, and grant reports; synthesize inputs from staff; and help ensure that all materials reflect CDI’s voice and nonpartisan approach. This is a writing-focused role that requires precision, adaptability, and comfort in writing about politically nuanced subject matter.
Job Responsibility:
Draft and revise high-quality LOIs, proposals, and grant reports (approximately 25-30 per calendar year)
Tailor tone and style to different funders and contexts
Translate complex or sensitive program information into clear, compelling narrative
Review and strengthen budget narratives for clarity and alignment with proposal content
Contribute to additional written materials such as donor updates, impact reports
Consolidate inputs from CDI staff into coherent and compelling drafts
Work from templates, style guides, outlines, and past examples with minimal oversight
Ensure all materials reflect accurate and up-to-date program information
Requirements:
Exceptional narrative writer and editor
Experience writing about nuanced, politically complex issue areas
Strong judgment, highly reliable, and able to follow written guidance and templates independently
Self-directed and organized, skilled at managing multiple tasks and deadlines
Meticulous attention to detail and committed to consistently high-quality work
Preference for grant writing experience, and track record of writing proposals that have resulted in major (six- or seven-figure) awards