Contract Grant Writer & Grants Reporting Specialist

Job Description - August 2026

Position: Contract (Hybrid /Flexible Hours); able to come into SF office at least 1x per month

Compensation: $75 per hour

About Enterprise for Youth

Enterprise for Youth empowers under-resourced youth to reach their potential through transformative paid internship experiences supported by a community of employers, caring adults, and peers. Enterprise for Youth envisions that all youth are prepared for their professional future and become successful members of society.

About the Role

Enterprise for Youth seeks a Contract Grants Reporting Specialist & Grant Writer to support both new grant writing and post-award grant reporting and compliance. This role combines compelling proposal development with rigorous reporting management. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail, project management discipline, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with program and finance teams.

Key ResponsibilitiesGrant Writing

Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with Enterprise’s mission and programs.
Write compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and concept papers tailored to funder priorities.
Collaborate with program and finance teams to gather data, metrics, and budgets.
Ensure all submissions meet funder guidelines and compliance standards.
Develop and maintain a grant calendar tracking deadlines and submissions.

Grant Reporting & Compliance

Review awarded grants to document reporting requirements, deliverables, and deadlines.
Maintain a master reporting calendar for interim and final reports.
Draft accurate, compelling narrative and financial reports.
Work closely with program staff to gather performance data and impact stories.
Partner with finance to align reporting with budget tracking and expenditures.
Ensure timely submission of all reports and maintain organized grant records.
Monitor grant deliverables and proactively flag risks or compliance gaps.
Utilize Salesforce (or similar CRM) to track grants, reporting milestones, and data.

Qualifications

Proven success writing and securing grants from foundations, corporations, and/or government agencies.
Experience preparing interim and final grant reports.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
High attention to detail and strong organizational systems.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Experience working cross-functionally with program and finance teams.
Deadline-driven, proactive, and solutions-oriented.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).
Familiarity with grant compliance and financial reporting requirements.
Added bonus is mission driven individuals with a passion for working with youth

To Apply

Please submit a resume, writing sample (proposal or report), and brief cover letter outlining your experience with both grant writing and grant reporting to: Cjames@enterpriseforyouth.org

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