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Published 9/26/25 3:09PM

Grant Writer (Remote)

GLOBAL CONSORTIUM OF POLITICAL ANALYSTS INC
Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    7
    Cause Areas:
    Climate Change, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Immigrants or Refugees, International Relations, Research & Social Science
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Grant Writer (Remote)

    About Us

    The Global Consortium of Political Analysts (GCPA) is an international nonprofit dedicated to advancing rigorous, data-driven research on conflict, governance, and global security. We bring together scholars and practitioners from around the world to inform policy, shape public discourse, and foster international collaboration on pressing global challenges.

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a Grant Writer to join our team and help expand GCPA’s global impact. The Grant Writer will identify funding opportunities, prepare proposals, and ensure our projects align with donor priorities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced grant writer with an interest in geopolitics and international relations to contribute to meaningful, global-scale work.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Research and identify grants from foundations, governments, and international organizations.
    • Develop and write high-quality proposals, concept notes, and reports.
    • Collaborate with program and research staff to articulate project goals, activities, and outcomes.
    • Track submission deadlines, reporting schedules, and donor requirements.
    • Maintain a database of proposals and funding opportunities.

    Qualifications

    • Minimum of 3 years of professional grant writing experience with a record of successful proposals.
    • Bachelor’s degree required (International Relations, Political Science, Economics, or related field preferred).
    • Good familiarity of geopolitics and global policy issues.
    • Excellent writing, editing, and research skills.
    • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
    • Comfortable working independently in a remote, international team environment.

    Location

    Remote. GCPA is seeking to fill up to seven positions, with locations dispersed across Africa, the United States, the Middle East, Europe, and the Pacific.

    Compensation

    This role begins as a volunteer/contract opportunity with potential for expanded paid opportunities as GCPA grows its funded projects.

    How to Apply

    Please complete your application on the GCPA website. The application will close on October 20, 2025.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    201 NORTH UNION STREET, ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Please complete your application at the GCPA website and submit your resume.

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