Grants Acquisition Specialist
Quick answer
International Justice Mission is hiring a senior Grants Acquisition Specialist in the Washington, DC area to support regional counterparts in identifying, vetting, and developing proposals for funding opportunities, with a hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefits.
- Role
- Grants Acquisition Specialist
- Organization
- International Justice Mission
- Location
- Washington, DC area
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Grants Acquisition Specialist at International Justice Mission (IJM) will support regional counterparts in identifying, vetting, and developing proposals for funding opportunities, providing consultative support, and building the capacity of regional and country acquisition teams.
What you'll do
- Support regional acquisition staff in organizing the proposal development process for institutional funding opportunities
- Coordinate with regional teams to evaluate new opportunities and coach on analysis of strategic benefits
- Develop and maintain external relationships with potential grantors and partners
- Support the development, maintenance, and rollout of global acquisition processes, standards, tools, and resources
- Update Salesforce and Global Grants' acquisition tracker on the status of grant opportunities
- Supervise department volunteers, interns, and fellows as needed
What it takes
- Minimum five years of experience in acquiring and/or managing grant funding
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
- Experience in program design, project management, and monitoring and evaluation
- Experience partnering/subgranting with other INGOs, contractors, or institutional donors
- Strong project management skills and outstanding communication skills
- Ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary proposal teams
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, Monthly commuter and parking benefits, Retirement benefit options, Paid leave starting at 23 days, 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior), Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation, Robust staff care resources
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in the Washington, DC area.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include five years of experience in grant acquisition, a bachelor's degree, and strong project management and communication skills.
How do I apply?
Upload your resume, cover letter, and statement of faith in one PDF document. The application process is detailed on the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Justice Mission's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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