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Grant Writer & Coordinator
Are you a talented writer with a passion for conservation? Lion Landscapes is looking for a skilled Grants Writer and Coordinator to join our dynamic team.
About Lion Landscapes
Lion Landscapes is a young and dynamic large carnivore conservation and research organisation which works with local communities and other conservation stakeholders to develop programmes that support lions, their prey, the habitat and local people. Lion Landscapes is affiliated with Oxford University’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU) but operates independent programmes in Kenya, Zambia and Tanzania. In Kenya we work in Laikipia County.
Job description
It is an exciting time for Lion Landscapes as we drive forward our ambitious strategy. Our fundraising team is small in number but high-performing and ambitious, with a strong track record of success and plans for growth. We seek a hard-working and motivated applicant who can identify and cultivate new grant opportunities, manage grant application guidelines, and craft original narratives to ensure a high success rate. The Grant Writer & Coordinator will manage all grant applications from start to finish (including reporting), contributing well-edited narratives and visuals to ensure an appealing entry.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, able to work with an international team under strict deadlines, and willing to interface with various stakeholders across different locations. A high success rate is expected, along with a willingness to adapt to a changing funding environment. We are looking for candidates with a proven, verifiable, and demonstrable track record of raising both small grants (£10,000) and large grants (£200,000-£1,000,000).
Main responsibilities
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Manage approximately 25 grantors annually, ensuring timely submission of all required applications and reports (interim, final, technical, and budget).
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Write creatively about Lion Landscapes' programmes, effectively tying them to each grant and demonstrating their impact in compelling grant proposals and supporting documents.
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Collaborate with Field Team management to set realistic grant targets, ensuring proposals align with actual project plans and deliverables.
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Create compelling grant reports that encourage donor engagement and trust.
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Maintain positive relationships with funders and other stakeholders and coordinate communications and interactions.
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Liaise with partners to ensure grants are on track, coordinating efforts and maintaining alignment with project goals and timelines.
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Develop and maintain Salesforce use for grant management.
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Track income vs budget to identify gaps.
Qualifications
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At least 2 years of experience working as a grant writer with a proven successful track record securing grant funding, particularly for conservation and community-related funding.
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Excellent creative writing skills with the ability to articulate complex programmes in a clear and compelling manner.
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Familiarity with using AI tools to enhance efficiency in grant writing, with a demonstrated ability or strong interest in developing and refining AI models to optimise grant proposal processes.
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Exceptional attention to detail and organisation, ensuring all aspects of the grants process are managed effectively.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, often managing multiple reports simultaneously.
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Proficient in using Salesforce, Google platform and using team collaboration tools for remote working communications and tracking and managing deadlines.
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
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Willingness to travel to field sites or to meet funders if required.
Position details
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Salaried full-time. Salary depends on experience and background.
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Remote.
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Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Occasionally required to work outside normal office hours to meet deadlines as needed.
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Reports to: Director of Fundraising and Communications
Apply now
If you are ready to contribute your skills to the vital work of lion conservation and research, please submit your application, including a resume, cover letter and three references, on or before 31 August 2024 using the form below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Lion Landscapes is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We look forward to welcoming a passionate individual to our team.