Grant Writer

Position Summary:

The Grant Writer plays a critical role in advancing The Timothy Initiative’s mission to multiply disciples and plant churches among the unreached by supporting the development of funding from institutional partners. This role requires strong writing, organization, and attention to detail to develop clear, accurate, and compelling proposals and reports that communicate the impact of TTI’s global ministry. The Grant Writer is responsible for managing and executing the grant lifecycle end-to-end, including research, proposal development, submission, and reporting, in collaboration with leadership and program teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage partner giving application and reporting timelines, including the submission of proposals and reports for new and existing partners.
• Conduct research to identify partner funding opportunities that match TTI’s funding needs, using all available research tools.
• Develop and write grant letters of inquiry (LOIs) and proposals to institutional donors, including foundations, trusts, churches, and corporations.
• Assemble and submit grant requests, including letters, proposals, budgets, and other required supplementary documentation.
• Work with field and department leaders, as well as internal teams (Communications, Operations, Ministry staff), to gather relevant narratives, data, photos, videos, testimonies, and programmatic details for prospective funding opportunities and reports.
• Prepare tailored grant and foundation reports responding to funder-specific questions
• Coordinate with the Office of the President and Reporting team, along with development staff, to review, refine, and ensure the accuracy, clarity, and quality of grant-related submissions and donor communications prior to submission.
• Maintain a centralized calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry, proposals, and required reports in alignment with partner timelines.
• Ensure prompt acknowledgement of foundation gifts and maintain strong stewardship practices with partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation and up-to-date CRM records, including logging all proposals, submitted reports, communications, and partner funding information in Microsoft Teams, the Donor Reporting Workbook, and the CRM system.
• Track report submission dates and partner activities in coordination with the Partner Communication Specialist to support accountability and future reporting needs.
• Support progress toward annual fundraising targets from partners as established and monitored by supervisor.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Be a passionate follower of Jesus, with a demonstrable heart for His Great Commission. You’ll be an avid learner with a desire to grow and be part of shaping a young organization with big goals.
• Be in alignment with our mission, vision, and core values.
• College Degree strongly preferred.
• Grant writing, researching, and tracking experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working within a nonprofit/fundraising context preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating an ability to work well with others as well as an ability to communicate cross-culturally with an internationally diverse team.
• Strong to advanced writing and research skills.
• Diligence and attention to detail in order to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Prepare clear, accurate and concise correspondence, records, reports and other documents.
• Flexibility and a willingness to take initiative.
• Dependable with a maturity of judgment and respect for needs of partners and co-workers.
• Build effective working relationships with internal teams and external partners, communicating professionally and appropriately in sensitive or complex situations.
• Organized and ability to prioritize multiple projects at a time.
• Is required to work in our main office in Raleigh, NC.

Spiritual Requirements

• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as a top priority.
• Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of TTI, and faithfully upholds TTI’s ministry in prayer.
• Must be in agreement with the TTI Statement of Faith, Mission, Vision, and Values

Comprehensive Benefits That Care for the Whole Person

We believe our people are entrusted to us, and we’re committed to supporting your health, wellbeing, and long-term flourishing:

• Health Coverage You Can Rely On: Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans to care for you and your family, including access to HSA/FSA options
• Protection & Peace of Mind: Company-provided life insurance plus short- and long-term disability coverage, along with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional support
• Investing in Your Future: 401(k) plan with a company-funded contribution—helping you build long-term financial security regardless of your own participation
• Time to Be Renewed: Generous paid vacation and holidays to rest deeply and be refilled.