Grant Writing Consultant

Job Title: Grant Writer / Government Contract Specialist

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible)
Location: Remote / Hybrid / On-Site
Reports To: Executive Director / Director of Programs

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Grant Writer / Government Contract Specialist to lead and support funding development through government grants and contracts, with a focus on housing, reentry, and justice-impacted populations. This role is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, developing competitive proposals, managing submissions, and supporting compliance and reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of federal, state, and local government funding, particularly in areas related to housing stability, homelessness prevention, reentry services, workforce development, and supportive services.

Key Responsibilities

Grant & Contract Development

• Research, identify, and track government grant and contract opportunities (federal, state, county, and city)
• Lead proposal development for RFPs, RFQs, NOFAs, and other funding solicitations
• Write clear, compelling, and compliant grant narratives aligned with funder requirements
• Coordinate internal contributions (program, finance, leadership) for proposals
• Develop budgets and budget narratives in collaboration with finance staff

Housing & Reentry Focus

• Develop proposals related to housing programs (e.g., supportive housing, transitional housing, rapid rehousing, homelessness prevention)
• Support funding for reentry and justice-involved populations, including case management, workforce reentry, and supportive services
• Ensure proposals reflect trauma-informed, equity-centered, and evidence-based practices

Compliance & Reporting

• Track submission deadlines and maintain organized grant files
• Support contract execution, renewals, and amendments
• Assist with required grant reporting and compliance documentation
• Monitor deliverables and funding requirements in coordination with program staff

Collaboration & Strategy

• Work closely with leadership to align funding strategy with organizational goals
• Participate in funding planning and pipeline development
• Maintain relationships with government agencies and funding partners as appropriate

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing and/or government contracting
• Demonstrated success securing government funding
• Strong knowledge of public-sector funding processes and compliance
• Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace

Preferred

• Experience with housing, homelessness, reentry, or criminal justice programs
• Familiarity with HUD, DOJ, HHS, state housing agencies, or local government funding
• Experience working with nonprofit or public-sector organizations
• Budget development and financial reporting experience

Employment Details

• Flexible schedule (full-time or part-time)
• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Remote or hybrid options may be available
• Contract or employee status negotiable (if applicable)

How to Apply

Submit a resume and writing sample (grant proposal or narrative preferred) to jcarlos@jjkimanagement.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Expected hours: 10.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Corona, CA 92878