Nonprofit
Published 7/7/25 8:00PM

GRNT201: Grant Researcher

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    Weekly Time Commitment: 10 hours a week for 3 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Volunteering, Women
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Familiarity with grant application processes and requirements. Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines. Experience writing grants are preferred. Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization

    Description

    GRNT201: Grant Researcher

    Overview

    This is a pro-bono volunteer position.

    JerseySTEM is looking for talented professionals across our departments to commit time and energy as long-term engagement for our mission to provide STEM education to underrepresented middle school girls.

    In addition to Corporate and Individual donations, Grants are a potential large source of financial support for the JerseySTEM mission. As a member of the GrantResearch Team you'll be helping JerseySTEM to source grants and complete grant documents.

    Responsibilities
    • This role is responsible for researching grants using secondary databases, company websites, foundation center databases.
    • Developing grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization's goals, objectives, and strategies to potential funders.
    • Maintaining accurate records of grant submissions and outcomes.
    • Compile data and record information in Salesforce, Jira or Spreadsheets.
    • Attend Weekly team meetings: (Sundays 12pm EST)
    Qualifications
    • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
    • Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.
    • Strong research and writing skills, including the ability to develop compelling narratives that effectively communicate the organization's mission and goals.
    • Familiarity with grant application processes and requirements.
    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
    • Experience writing grants are preferred.
    • Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization.

    This is a pro-bono volunteer position.

    Watch our video to learn more: JerseySTEM@Newark

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    Florham Park, New Jersey, US

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