Lead Grant Manager & Writer

BASIC FUNCTION: The Lead Grant Writer plays a key role in securing resources that fuel our mission. This position combines grant writing expertise with strategic and administrative support for the Senior Director of Development. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, skilled project manager, and team player who can balance detail-oriented grant management with big-picture development strategy.

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Development and Communications

LOCATION: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Research, write, and submit high-quality proposals, LOIs, and reports for government, foundation, and corporate funders.
2. Maintain a grants calendar and ensure timely submissions, renewals, and reports.
3. Engage in cross-departmental strategy development and collaborate with program and finance teams on budgets, narratives, and compliance.
4. Partner with the Senior Director of Development to track strategic goals, manage cross- departmental workflows, and support donor reporting.
5. Support Board-related development initiatives and contribute to Mujeres’ signature events (Voces Unidas and Baile de las Calaveras).
6. Other duties as assigned.
   

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of successful grant writing experience (government and private funding).
• Exceptional writing, editing, and project management skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills across teams and stakeholders.
• Executive support or project management experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and CRM/database systems.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Passion for Mujeres’ mission and commitment to immigrant and Latine communities.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years’ experience in policy, advocacy, communications, public relations, fundraising, and/or event management.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in office presence.
• Standard office environment.
• Must be able to occasionally lift items weighing up to 20 lbs.
• Travel to other Mujeres office locations.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed.
  

SALARY

$58,000 – $72,000

Submit resume and cover letter to gzamora@mujereslat.org

Mujeres Latinas en Acción is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mujeres hires the most qualified candidates without regard to any person’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, parental status, military discharge status or source of income.

As part of Mujeres pay equity commitment, it’s our policy that upon offering employment, we do not negotiate salary or benefits.