Fundraising Consultant

Meethi Zindagi-USA (501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization)

About Us
Meethi Zindagi-USA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of members of the Pakistani community living with Type-1 Diabetes through support programs, awareness initiatives, education, and access to resources.

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Fundraising Consultant / Grant Writer with a strong background in U.S. nonprofit fundraising, grant research, proposal development, and donor engagement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing funding from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and philanthropic organizations across the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify grant opportunities from U.S.-based foundations, corporations, and government funding sources.
• Develop, write, and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, concept notes, and funding applications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather program information, budgets, and supporting documentation.
• Manage grant application timelines and ensure compliance with submission requirements.
• Track grant outcomes, reporting deadlines, and donor communications.
• Support broader fundraising initiatives and donor engagement strategies.
• Maintain a grants calendar and funding pipeline.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in U.S. nonprofit fundraising and grant writing.
• Demonstrated success in securing grants from foundations, corporate donors, philanthropic organizations, and individual donors.
• Strong grant proposal writing, editing, research, and communication skills.
• Experience developing grant budgets, funding narratives, and supporting documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the U.S. nonprofit funding landscape, including foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online grant submission platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, NGOs, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, or community development programs.
• Familiarity with CRM and grant management systems such as Salesforce, Bloomerang, DonorPerfect, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of donor stewardship, prospect research, and fundraising strategies.
• Experience securing funding for health, diabetes, community health, immigrant, or underserved population initiatives.
• Existing relationships with U.S.-based foundations, funders, or philanthropic networks are a plus.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3–5 years of grant writing and nonprofit fundraising experience in the United States.

Location: Remote (U.S.-based candidates preferred).

Work Location: Remote