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Grant Writer (Volunteer), Education Action in Crisis (EAC), 4 Months
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: GRANT WRITING VOLUNTEERS (3 POSITIONS)
Organization: Education Action in Crisis (EAC)
Location: Remote / South Sudan–based
Duration: 4 Months
Type: Volunteer (Part-time / Flexible)
About Education Action in Crisis (EAC)
Education Action in Crisis (EAC) is a national humanitarian and development organization working to improve the lives of vulnerable communities in South Sudan through education, civic engagement, food security, climate resilience, disaster management, and peacebuilding initiatives.
Purpose of the Role
EAC is seeking three (3) experienced Grant Writing Volunteers to support the development of high-quality grant proposals for submission to international donors and funding agencies. The volunteers will play a key role in resource mobilization to expand EAC’s programs across South Sudan.
Key Responsibilities
The Grant Writing Volunteers will be responsible for:
- Researching and identifying relevant funding opportunities from bilateral, multilateral, and private donors.
- Writing clear, compelling, and donor-compliant grant proposals in areas including:
- Education and Education in Emergencies
- Civic Education and Electoral Support
- Food Distribution and Food Security
- Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Emergency Preparedness
- Peace Building and Social Cohesion
- Developing key proposal components such as:
- Problem statements and needs assessments
- Project objectives, outcomes, and activities
- Logical frameworks and theories of change
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) sections
- Working closely with EAC program staff to gather technical inputs and contextual data.
- Editing, reviewing, and improving existing concept notes and proposals.
- Ensuring proposals align with donor guidelines, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Proven experience in grant writing, proposal development, or resource mobilization.
- Demonstrated success in writing proposals for NGOs, CBOs, or humanitarian organizations.
- Strong understanding of at least one of the following sectors: education, civic education/elections, food security, climate change, disaster management, or peacebuilding.
- Excellent written English with strong analytical and storytelling skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple proposals.
- Familiarity with donor requirements (e.g., UN agencies, USAID, EU, DFID/FCDO, foundations) is an added advantage.
- Knowledge of the South Sudan humanitarian and development context is highly desirable.
Other Details
- This is a volunteer position for a period of four (4) months.
- The role offers flexible working arrangements and can be performed remotely.
- Volunteers will receive letters of recommendation and professional references upon successful completion.
- Exceptional performance may lead to future consultancy or paid opportunities, subject to funding availability.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- A brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience.
- A CV.
- Samples of previous grant proposals or concept notes (if available).
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BACKGROUND OF EDUCATION ACTION IN CRISIS (EAC)
Education Action in Crisis (EAC) is a national humanitarian and development organization committed to improving the lives of vulnerable and crisis-affected communities in South Sudan. Founded in response to the prolonged humanitarian, social, and educational challenges facing the country, EAC works to address both immediate needs and long-term development gaps through community-driven and sustainable interventions.
South Sudan has experienced years of conflict, displacement, climate-related shocks, food insecurity, and weak service delivery systems, all of which have had a severe impact on access to quality education, civic participation, livelihoods, and social cohesion. EAC was established to respond to these challenges by supporting children, youth, women, and marginalized populations to build resilience, knowledge, and peaceful communities.
EAC’s core programming areas include Education and Education in Emergencies, Civic and Voter Education, Food Distribution and Food Security, Climate Change Adaptation, Disaster Risk Reduction and Emergency Preparedness, and Peace Building and Social Cohesion. Through these thematic areas, EAC aims to promote inclusive development, democratic participation, climate resilience, and lasting peace at the community level.
EAC works closely with local communities, civil society actors, government institutions, and humanitarian partners to design and implement context-specific interventions that respond to real needs on the ground. The organization places strong emphasis on accountability, transparency, gender inclusion, and conflict-sensitive programming in all its activities.
As a growing organization, EAC is actively strengthening its resource mobilization capacity to expand its impact across South Sudan. Volunteers joining EAC will be part of a dedicated team working to unlock funding opportunities that enable life-changing programs for vulnerable populations. Grant Writing Volunteers will directly contribute to shaping EAC’s future by helping transform community needs into well-designed, fundable projects.
By volunteering with EAC, individuals will gain hands-on experience in humanitarian and development programming while making a meaningful contribution to peace, resilience, and human dignity in South Sudan.
