Grant Writer

Job summary

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from various sources. This includes collaborating with internal teams to develop compelling applications and ensuring compliance with all reporting obligations.

Job details

Job Posting Notice Job Posting # 2026NU005 Department: Corporate Position Title: Grant Writer Pay Range: $28.21 – $30.92 per hour Status: Part Time, 2-3 days / week Posting Date: 2026-09-03 Closing Date: Until Filled Summary of Position: The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from government agencies, foundations, corporations, and other funding sources. This role works closely with internal team members to gather information, develop compelling proposals, and ensure compliance with grant requirements and deadlines. Accountability Objective: To support the organization’s strategic goals by securing funding through the development of high-quality grant applications, maintaining strong relationships with funding partners, and ensuring compliance with all grant requirements and reporting obligations. Background/Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in communications, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent. · Two to three years of relevant experience. · Proven experience in grant writing, proposal development, fundraising, or a related role; experience within the not-for-profit sector is considered an asset. · Exceptional written communication, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to prepare persuasive, clear, and concise grant applications, proposals, letters of inquiry (LOIs) and supporting documentation. · Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify funding opportunities, assess grant eligibility requirements, and align opportunities with organizational priorities. · Knowledge of grant writing best practices, funding agency requirements, and grant compliance standards. · Experience with developing and reviewing grant budgets in collaboration with finance and program teams, with an understanding of financial reporting and funding compliance requirements. Interested applicants are asked to submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to recrutiment@mccormickcare.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those asked for additional information and/or selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviewed applicants will receive application status updates by email. Candidates are encouraged to check their spam or junk folders periodically. McCormick Care Group is committed to the fundamental principles of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating employees fairly, with respect and dignity, and offer equal employment opportunities based upon an individual’s qualifications and performance. McCormick does not currently use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in its hiring or recruitment processes. If AI tools were to be introduced in the future to support recruitment activities, they would be used solely to enhance administrative efficiency. All applications would continue to be reviewed by a member of McCormick’s Talent Acquisition team to ensure a fair, consistent, and thorough assessment. AI tools would not make final hiring decisions. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, please reach out to hr@mccormickcare.ca with your request.

What you’ll do

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from various sources. This includes collaborating with internal teams to develop compelling applications and ensuring compliance with all reporting obligations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and two to three years of experience in grant writing or fundraising. Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to develop grant budgets are required.

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Fundraising · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Grant Writing
• Proposal Development
• Fundraising
• Research
• Analytical Skills
• Budget Development
• Financial Reporting
• Editing
• Proofreading
• Compliance Monitoring
• Strategic Planning
• Communication

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector